KONE
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world have helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes, Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.
Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our
Modernization Mechanic
based out of our Greater Miami territory?
Do you have a background or interest in the modernization business?
Are you passionate about safety on work sites?
Does troubleshooting and repairing elevators and escalators through a modernization lens motivate you?
Do you thrive in areas where you provide excellent customer service communication?
If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!
This posting is considered an evergreen requisition — the hiring team will review applications as they come in and will reach out accordingly based on current / future openings to discuss appropriate next steps in accordance with the local union.
Role Overview As our
Modernization Mechanic , you will successfully analyze, problem‑solve and collaborate with subcontractors, general contractors and consultants. You will help adhere to the agreed modernization timeline of the project you will be working on and report all progress to the supervisor. Your appetite to support site safety in accordance with standard practice/policy will be your utmost priority; looking out for yourself and others is ingrained in our culture. You will use the knowledge gained both on the job and outside to interpret technical documents while also working in a fast‑paced environment.
Added Responsibilities
All aspects of elevator modernization including manually assembling and installing elevator equipment such as major components (rails, pits, hoist‑way equipment, car and counterweight assemblies, and machine‑room equipment).
Responsible for manually wiring and installing smaller elevator components (roller guides, door track and linkages, hall buttons and lanterns), which requires color perception to distinguish color‑coded wiring components.
Ensure that all work is performed in a safe manner in accordance with safety standards and policies to protect the health and welfare of self and others.
Hiring Requirements
Must have a valid Certificate of Competency.
Speak and write in a clear and understandable manner for internal and external communications.
Requires a high degree of concentration and attention to intermittently wire, install, maintain and update elevator equipment.
Physical — Requires walking/standing approximately 80%, sitting 20%, lifting up to 100 lbs. Approximately 50% of the time; involves repetitive stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 70% of the time; involves travel up to 95% of the time.
Environmental — Requires the ability to perform essential job functions in the field with exposure to non‑controlled climate conditions.
Manual Dexterity — Requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information; requires capability to operate an automobile.
Benefits
Eligible for membership in the International Union of Elevator Constructors.
Working conditions as per the Collective Agreement signed between the International Union of Elevator Constructors and the National Elevator and Escalator Association.
Annual Base Pay Range The Mechanic hourly wage rate is $58.31 since January 1, 2026. The compensation package offered is agreed based on the local CBA.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Additional Information Read more on www.kone.com/careers
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Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our
Modernization Mechanic
based out of our Greater Miami territory?
Do you have a background or interest in the modernization business?
Are you passionate about safety on work sites?
Does troubleshooting and repairing elevators and escalators through a modernization lens motivate you?
Do you thrive in areas where you provide excellent customer service communication?
If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!
This posting is considered an evergreen requisition — the hiring team will review applications as they come in and will reach out accordingly based on current / future openings to discuss appropriate next steps in accordance with the local union.
Role Overview As our
Modernization Mechanic , you will successfully analyze, problem‑solve and collaborate with subcontractors, general contractors and consultants. You will help adhere to the agreed modernization timeline of the project you will be working on and report all progress to the supervisor. Your appetite to support site safety in accordance with standard practice/policy will be your utmost priority; looking out for yourself and others is ingrained in our culture. You will use the knowledge gained both on the job and outside to interpret technical documents while also working in a fast‑paced environment.
Added Responsibilities
All aspects of elevator modernization including manually assembling and installing elevator equipment such as major components (rails, pits, hoist‑way equipment, car and counterweight assemblies, and machine‑room equipment).
Responsible for manually wiring and installing smaller elevator components (roller guides, door track and linkages, hall buttons and lanterns), which requires color perception to distinguish color‑coded wiring components.
Ensure that all work is performed in a safe manner in accordance with safety standards and policies to protect the health and welfare of self and others.
Hiring Requirements
Must have a valid Certificate of Competency.
Speak and write in a clear and understandable manner for internal and external communications.
Requires a high degree of concentration and attention to intermittently wire, install, maintain and update elevator equipment.
Physical — Requires walking/standing approximately 80%, sitting 20%, lifting up to 100 lbs. Approximately 50% of the time; involves repetitive stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 70% of the time; involves travel up to 95% of the time.
Environmental — Requires the ability to perform essential job functions in the field with exposure to non‑controlled climate conditions.
Manual Dexterity — Requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information; requires capability to operate an automobile.
Benefits
Eligible for membership in the International Union of Elevator Constructors.
Working conditions as per the Collective Agreement signed between the International Union of Elevator Constructors and the National Elevator and Escalator Association.
Annual Base Pay Range The Mechanic hourly wage rate is $58.31 since January 1, 2026. The compensation package offered is agreed based on the local CBA.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Additional Information Read more on www.kone.com/careers
Note on Recruitment Scams *Beware of Recruitment Scams!*
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