To pursue a career as a Lift Technician/ Mechanic, one should have a
Diploma in Lift Technology. I.T.I's and some private institutes offer
courses for Lift Mechanics. The minimum eligibility for applying to this
course is a pass in the 10th standard. No admission test are conducted
for the course. Direct admission will be given to the candidate, if they
provide required certificates. Diploma in Lift Technology course is of
1 year duration and the Lift Mechanic craftsmen training course is of
2 years. The passed out I.T.I trainees of Electrician and Wireman trade
can join directly to the 2nd year of Lift mechanic course. Some institutes
provides 6 months lift technology courses also.
The institutes conducting courses in Lift technology should be well
equipped with all the necessary facilities to provide the student the
best work exposure. NILT (National Institute of Lift Technology), one
of top Institutes in India provide counseling and career guidance to their
candidates along with the course.
Courses in Lift technology involves with the study of subjects related
to installation, servicing and commissioning of lifts; its classifications,
structural designs etc. The course programs consist of both theory and
practical training.
Personal Skills : An excellent lift technician must
possess a great mechanical aptitude and a thorough knowledge of electrical
components. They should have the technical knowledge to solve various
issues related with lifts, elevators etc. Other essential attributes needed
for this profession are loads of patience, ability to find the faults
and defects in machines, problem solving skills and good judgement. They
must also have computer skills to monitor the lift systems. It is a job
which include a variety of physical tasks like carrying and lifting heavy
equipments while repairing the lifts. So one must be healthy and must
have good physical stamina. Good communication skill is very much needed
for a lift technician, since they usually work as part of a team. Sometimes
lift technicians may have to work long hours in hazardous situations and
they should possess the ability to manage the various risks associated
with the job. They should be familiar with hand tools like screw drivers,
cutting torches, welding equipment etc.
