Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Khari Parker

Detroit

Summary

Dynamic Class A Journeyman Elevator Mechanic with extensive experience at Elevator Solutions, specializing in equipment diagnostics and hydraulic systems. Proven track record in ensuring compliance with building codes and enhancing passenger safety. Excellent communication skills foster positive interactions with clients, while meticulous attention to detail drives successful project outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elevator Mechanic

Capital City Crane
06.2023 - 08.2025
  • Conducted preventive maintenance and inspections to comply with building codes.
  • Completed thorough tests of installed systems to verify safety systems and correct operation.
  • Evaluated construction projects to determine compliance with external standards or regulations.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty components to return elevator or escalator to fully operational status.
  • Interacted hospitably with guests while traveling in elevator and while on company premises.
  • Reported all elevator mechanism problems with supervisors achieve quick resolutions.
  • Operated elevators for guests and provided general company information to help maximize facility utilization.

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

TKE Elevator
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Worked with prefabricated sections of frameworks, rails and other components to create specified dimensions.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout of system components and select equipment for installation or repair.
  • Retained service records of maintenance and repair tasks to facilitate invoicing.
  • Assembled elevator cars, platforms and lift motors.

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

Kone Elevator
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Installed elevators, escalators and moving sidewalks at different businesses across Detroit metropolitan area.
  • Dismantled elevator or escalator units to remove and replace defective parts.
  • Serviced installed elevator or escalator to maintain proper functioning and prevent mechanical or electrical issues.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to meet safety regulations.
  • Deployed test equipment to diagnose problems and adjust safety controls, counterweights and door mechanisms.

Elevator Operator/Mechanic

Bridging North America
07.2020 - 05.2022
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Completed thorough tests of installed systems to verify safety systems and correct operation.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance and inspections to comply with building codes.
  • Evaluated construction projects to determine compliance with external standards or regulations.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty components to return elevator or escalator to fully operational status.
  • Retained service records of maintenance and repair tasks to facilitate invoicing.

Elevator Mechanic

Elevator Solutions
03.2016 - 03.2020
  • Installed elevators, escalators and moving sidewalks at different businesses across metro detroit area.
  • Minimized lateral motion of cars traveling through shafts to maximize safety and passenger comfort.
  • Wired control panels and electric motors to manage hydrologic and traction system operation.
  • Produced comprehensive service records of maintenance and repair tasks for customers.
  • Assembled elevator cars by installing platform, walls and doors.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Worked with prefabricated sections of frameworks, rails and other components to create specified dimensions.
  • Dismantled elevator or escalator units to remove and replace defective parts.
  • Serviced installed elevator or escalator to maintain proper functioning and prevent mechanical or electrical issues.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance and inspections to comply with building codes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Academy of Oak Park
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Elevator equipment installation
  • Hydraulic pumps
  • Codes implementation
  • Equipment fine-tuning
  • Equipment diagnostics
  • Electrical
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication

Certification

  • Class A Michigan Journeyman License - [2020- Current]
  • City Of Detroit Journeyman License - [2020 - Current]

Timeline

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

TKE Elevator
08.2023 - 02.2024

Elevator Mechanic

Capital City Crane
06.2023 - 08.2025

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

Kone Elevator
05.2022 - 03.2023

Elevator Operator/Mechanic

Bridging North America
07.2020 - 05.2022

Elevator Mechanic

Elevator Solutions
03.2016 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Academy of Oak Park