lift technician

Lift technicians set lifts into a prepared framed hoist-way. They install support assembly, set up the lift pump or motor, piston or cable, and mechanism. Lift technicians connect the necessary electronic elements to complete the installation and connection of the lift cabin. They also perform the necessary steps to inspect and repair lifts, as well as the shaft and any associated electronics.

The most in-demand skills for this role include types of lifts, hydraulics, mechanical systems, lift safety mechanisms, pneumatics, electricity. These are the skills O*NET identifies as most important for competent performance.

Our AI-durability model gives lift technician a score of 0.50 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at moderate AI exposure — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts. Learning to work with AI tools rather than against them is the path forward.