Installer – Home Elevators Install Apprentice
Job Title: Installer – Home Elevators Install Apprentice
Level – Experienced
Job Location – Hayward, CA – McKinley Elevator Corporation
Position Type – Full Time
Education Level – High School
Salary Range – Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: Up 50 to 75%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Installation – Maintenance – Repair
The Opportunity:
Due to our continued growth, we have an opening for an Installer – Home Elevators Install Apprentice
Have you ever considered a career in the Elevator Industry? If you have strong mechanical and
electrical aptitude/skills and/or have experience performing motorcycle/auto repairs, you may be a
great candidate for our opportunity.
About Us:
Being the Most Trusted at What We Do
McKinley Elevator is a family-owned business headquartered in Irvine, California. Since 1948, McKinley has
been providing exceptional service to its customers. Over the years, McKinley has earned a reputation for
providing the highest quality products and unsurpassed knowledge from its representatives. We are one of
California’s, Nevada’s, and Arizona’s leaders in the fast growing market of residential accessibility products for
commercial and residential applications.
Expertise and professionalism in everything we do is how we differentiate ourselves. We are a company that
gives back to our communities. We strive to be our best so that we create a world of smiles.
Who you are:
As a full-time McKinley Installer – Home Elevators Install Apprentice, you will handle everything from home
elevators, vertical and inclined wheelchair lifts, commercial dumbwaiters, car lifts and car turntables. If you are
skilled or feel that you could be an expert in any of these trades, then you may be the right fit for our team.
As the person with the most face-to-face interaction with our customers, you represent the McKinley name in
every job you complete. This means your mechanical/technical skills combined with your strong customer
service orientation is the key to your success.
Expectations:
 Be responsible and accountable for your own performance and continued growth and development
 Accessible and responsive to customers and co-workers
 Show enthusiasm and demonstrate a positive attitude
 Knowledgeable and professional
 Practice self-discipline; be driven and take initiative
Responsibilities:
 Assist lead installer or technician in the installation, trouble shooting and repair of various types of
accessibility equipment
 Communicate and work closely with Lead technician, Lead Installer and Dispatcher
 Maintain tools necessary for this trade
 Ability to follow direction as well as work independently
 Communicate and interact with customers while providing them with excellent customer service
 Continually work with Safety First in mind to protect yourself, customers, and the company
 Travel in your personal vehicle to customer locations to install equipment and receive mileage
reimbursement
 Manage and control van inventory, including stocking and organizing
 Maintain professionalism in all aspects of your role including appearance and hygiene
 Contribute to team effort by performing additional duties as requested
Work Schedule:
 Monday through Friday with occasional after hours and/or weekend work
What You Must Have:
 Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
 Experience: TWO years of industry experience
 Requirements: All job offers are contingent upon a NEGATIVE DRUG SCREEN TEST and a Current
CA Driver’s License with a CLEAN DRIVING RECORD!
 Qualifications/Abilities
o Electrical and Schematics
o Welding
o Hydraulics
o Mechanical aptitude
o Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving
o Knowledgeable in basic hand tool and power tool functions
o Motorcycle repair/educational background trade school training highly desired
o Working knowledge of iPad, iPhones, and basic computer use
o Ability to operate Forklifts and Scissor Lifts. Training, certification, and re-certification will be
provided
o Solid writing and grammar skills
 Other required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
o Highly organized, punctual, and reliable
o Strong attention to details and accuracy
o Strong reasoning ability; able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed,
written or oral instructions; able to deal logically with problems and people
o Ability to read, understand, and comprehend documents such as work instructions, and
procedure manuals.
o Ability to think and process information quickly, clearly and accurately
o Excellent verbal and written communications skills
o Able to work without supervision
o Trustworthy and maintains confidentiality
o Must have schedule flexibility, as services may be performed during evenings, weekends or
holidays
o Able to work overtime
o Physically fit for lifting and moving equipment (up to 50 lbs)
o Ability to see, hear, and smell
o Ability to push, pull, and perform overhead work
o Ability to work on ladders
o Prolonged standing
o Ability to work with various hand and power tools
o Use of fingers/fine manipulation
o Ability to successfully prioritize and meet customer needs
o Ability to work harmoniously with the public and co-workers
o Be friendly
o Be someone who smiles and says “How can I help you” and “Thank you”
Compensation and Benefits:
 Competitive market-based salary
 Paid Medical and Vision insurance coverage for employee
 Optional Dental insurance coverage
 Paid Time-Off
 Paid Sick time
 Paid Holidays
 401(k) Plan
 Safety Boots Annual Allowance
 Employee Assistance Program for you and eligible dependents
 Verizon Employee Discount for personal devices
Training and Professional Development:
 OSHA 30 Certification
 First Aid Certification
 Forklift Training, Certification, and Re-Certification
 Scissor Lift Training, Certification, and Re-Certification
 In-house trainers to develop you professionally (electrical, hydraulic, troubleshooting, welding,
customer service, information technology, etc.)
 Continuous learning and development opportunities
If this opportunity sounds right for you, please submit your application via the following link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=73616&clientkey=29F31596A98A901
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For more information on our company and other career opportunities, please go to the following link:
www.mckinleyelevator.com