Minerals Institute of Western Australia

Lift Mechanic

Lift mechanics assemble, install, adjust, maintain and repair electrical and hydraulic lifts and escalators. Lift mechanics in the minerals industry may perform the following tasks:

• study drawings and lay out the position of steelwork, guide rails, motors, pumps and cylinders;
• install lift guide rails;
• install cables, counterweights etc;
• connect electrical wiring to control panels;
• test and adjust assemblies;
• carry out regular maintenance programs.

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NT
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