Elevator Maintenance Mechanic Journeyman
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Listed
- 13 days ago
About the role
The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking an Elevator Maintenance Mechanic to join its team.
The Work You Will Do
The Elevator Maintenance Mechanic Performs standard elevator procedures, trains other journeymen on specific skills and tasks as needed, determines whether equipment should be repaired or replaced, and estimates the materials required for specific job components.
Elevator Maintenance Mechanic
- Performs standard elevator procedures. Monitors and maintains elevators on the university campus(es).
- Responds to emergencies on university campus(es). Assists trapped passengers. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
- Determines materials required for maintenance or remodeling. Purchases materials and services. Initiates requests for materials.
- Prepares reports and maintenance records as needed
- Trains other journeymen on specific skills and tasks as required.
- Initiates work orders for elevator maintenance repairs.
The hourly rate range for this position is $47.84-$56.73. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Job Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position of elevator maintenance mechanic meets the following preferred qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with Motion controls
- Experience working with GAL door equipment
All candidates for the position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of cable and hydraulic elevators.
- Through knowledge of city and state building codes and elevator codes.
- Familiarity with major elevator manufacturers and equipment.
- Knowledge of all elevator mechanical functions
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated communication skills
- Most possess valid/current city of Los Angeles Department of Building Services elevator mechanic Journey level license and state of CA certified competent conveyance mechanic (CCCM) General Certification
- Currently hold a valid California driver's license for a minimum of two years
Additional information
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.
About USC Facilities Planning and Management
The Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) department is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining USC’s facilities while ensuring a safe environment for the university community. Safety is woven into every service and remains a top priority. The FPM team of innovative and skilled professionals delivers high-quality construction, operations, and maintenance services, serving as dedicated stewards of USC’s Unifying Values. Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
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Minimum Education
Less than high school
Minimum Experience
- 3 years of experience in maintenance and repair of both cable and hydraulic elevators.
- Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience
Minimum Skills
- Thorough knowledge of city and state building codes and elevator codes.
- Familiar with major elevator manufacturers and equipment.
- Demonstrated communication skills.
- Notice of Non-discrimination
- Employment Equity
- Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
- USC is a smoke-free environment
- Digital Accessibility
Additional information
If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser:
Equal opportunity and legal notices
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at, or by email at. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
From USC's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 28, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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