Group presentation
With customers in over 100 countries served by more than 50,000 employees, TK Elevator achieved sales of around €9 billion in fiscal year 2022/2023. We ensure high levels of customer service globally from our extensive network of about 1,000 locations. Over the past several decades, TK Elevator has established itself as one of the world’s leading elevator companies and became independent after separation from the thyssenkrupp group in August 2020. The company’s most important business line is the service business proudly provided by around 25,000 service technicians. The product portfolio ranges from standardized elevators for low-rise residential buildings to highly customized solutions for skyscrapers. In addition, it covers escalators, moving walks, passenger boarding bridges and stair and platform lifts. Integrated cloud-based solutions, such as the MAX platform, are delivering enhanced services. With these digital offerings, there are no longer any limits to urban mobility. TKE – move beyond.
Who we are
TK Elevator is one of the world’s leading elevator companies with unique engineering capabilities. Our innovative, efficient and reliable vertical transportation systems have been moving people in Canada for nearly half a century. Our capabilities include high-quality, customer-focused service as well as individual maintenance and modernization packages. Our highly skilled technicians efficiently service a multi-brand portfolio consisting of more than 1.2 million units under maintenance. We’re reshaping the elevator industry and transforming cities into the best places to live.
What we expect
- Provide technical support to the Project Manager throughout the lifecycle of elevator new installation & modernization projects, from site assessment through commissioning
- Review technical drawings, layouts and equipment specifications, and translate them into actionable task lists for field teams
- Conduct on-site technical surveys and pre-installation reviews to validate scope, identify constraints and surface engineering risks early
- Partner with the Project Manager, field supervisors and engineering peers to balance technical requirements with operational and schedule constraints
- Prepare and maintain submittals, RFIs, BOMs and equipment release packages, and track them through approval
- Support options analysis and value engineering by modelling alternatives (equipment, controls, scheduling) and presenting trade-offs to the PM and customer
- Identify, log and escalate engineering risks, non-conformances and field issues, and help drive resolution with vendors and internal stakeholders
- Interpret applicable codes and standards (e.g. ASME A17.1 / CSA B44, local electrical and building codes) and flag compliance gaps to the PM
- Support commissioning, testing and turnover activities and document as-built configurations
- Maintain project documentation, schedules, dependencies and risk logs alongside the Project Manager
- Assist with cost tracking, change orders and material take-offs from a technical standpoint
- Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives, lessons-learned reviews and engineering knowledge sharing across the team
- Other duties as assigned
Who we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or related Engineering discipline (recent graduates encouraged to apply)
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (co-op, internship or early-career) in elevators, building systems, construction or industrial equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and equipment specifications
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical fundamentals; familiarity with elevator systems, motor controls or PLCs is a strong asset
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and comfort translating technical content for non-technical audiences
- Curious, self-motivated learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a bias for action
- Collaborative team player able to work effectively with project managers, field technicians, suppliers and customers
- Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit or similar CAD tools, and an understanding of project cost and budget tracking, considered an asset
- Proficient with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio); willingness to travel to project sites within the Halifax area.
Contact
Please use the contact below for job specific requests and include the Job-ID.
[email protected]
What we offer
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Bonus plans for all positions
- Wellness Program
Additional information
TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or any other protected status required by applicable law.
Job Reference: CA_ET_TKELEV00397
