The Elevator Careers Podcast

The Elevator Careers Podcast

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The Elevator Careers Podcast episodes

  • From Apprentice to Program Manager: 37 Years in the Elevator Industry | Mitch Nici

    Mitch Nici is the "Elevator and Escalator Program Manager" for the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in Washington DC, overseeing all elevators and escalators. Mitch started his career as a helper with Flynn Hill Elevator in 1985 and in 1992, Mitch moved to Washington DC and joined WMATA. Mitch has been in the industry 37 years and has really enjoyed his career; he is proud of the trade and he is proud of what he does.

    Resources:
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    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
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    25 min
  • Inside the Elevator Museum: Preserving 150 Years of Elevator Industry History | Steve Comley

    Steve Comley is the President of The Elevator Museum in Amesbury, MA. Steve grew up in the industry with his father working at Payne Elevator; Steve joined the company when he was 18 years old, and spent 43 years as a mechanic.  Steve has a passion for all things "elevator" and has collected many artifacts from the trade. In 2018, Steve started 'The Elevator Museum' as a way to "Preserve our Past and Elevate our Future."

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    49 min
  • From Elevator Mechanic to Elevator Consultant | Nick Montesano

    Today our guest is Nick Montesano, CEO and President of DTM Drafting and consulting services. Nick started as a helper with Millar elevator in New York City in 1979. In 1984, Nick joined his father, Joseph C. Montesano at the family consulting business. Nick has been in the industry 43 years and he is passionate about ensuring that the elevator industry and elevator professionals continue to be successful and well respected.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    45 min
  • Starting a Career in the Elevator Industry: Training & Commiting to Your Education | Evan Petrower

    Evan Petrower is the president of Day Elevator and Lift, a Kleemann Company. Evan started Day Elevator as an accessibility and mobility company in 1992 and he has continued to grow. Evan holds a New York City Director license. Evan is the past president and board member of AEMA, and is a safety and education committee member of NAEC. He is passionate about customer service and education in the industry.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    49 min
  • Be Patient, Be Consistent, Be Disciplined: Interviewing Orlando Elevator's President | Chris Rivera

    Chris Rivera is the President of Orlando Elevator, in Orlando, Florida. Chris started in the elevator industry in 1995 as a helper in Puerto Rico and in 1997, he moved to NYC to continue his career. In Jan 2000 Chris moved to Orland, FL and in July 2022, Chris started Orlando Elevator. Chris loves the elevator industry; he is passionate about educating customers and providing exceptional customer service.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    32 min
  • With Hard Work, the Ceiling is Limitless in the Elevator Trade | Victor Rosario

    Victor Rosario is the Chief Executive Officer of United Vertical Group and Co-founder of United Cabs, in New York City. Victor started in the industry while still in college, and found he has both a knack and a passion for the industry. Victor's passion drives him to continually innovate and to go above and beyond to "create customers for life."

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    23 min
  • 41 Years of Enjoying Work the Elevator Trade: Learn from Others and Continue to Grow | Steve Ryan

    Steve Ryan is the District Manager with Mitsubishi Elevator in Florida.  Steve started his career as a Sales Rep with Schindler in 1982 and spent over 28 years in Sales, Branch Manager, and District Manager roles. Steve moved to Florida with Kone in 2013 and in 2018, Steve joined Mitsubishi and started the Tampa branch from scratch. Steve has been in the Industry 41 years, and loves it; he still enjoys waking up early and going to work.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    33 min
  • Planning and Making Intentional Decisions in the Elevator Trade | John Mezzo

    John Mezzo is President of Dynasty Elevator in New York City. 
    John started his career with Otis Elevator as a Test Engineer working in Bloomington Indiana. He then moved to their US Headquarters in Farmington CT where he was a mechanical Engineer. After a few years of engineering, John moved to Las Vegas where he worked first as a New Equipment Sales Rep and then as a Service Sales Rep, before moving to Reno, NV as a Territory Manager. John moved back to New York and worked with Schindler for a few years in various roles leading to Branch Manager, and in 2021, he became a part owner of Dynasty Elevator. John is passionate about the work he does and loves the elevator industry."

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    30 min
  • "You Spend Too Much Time at Work to Not Like What You're Doing": An Elevator Journey | Jay Arntzen

    Jay Arntzen is the President and CEO of Genesis Elevator, President of Revelation Manufacturing, and also Co-Founder of Saving Susan Ministry. Jay started with Montgomery Elevator in 1984, right out of college. Jay spent about 24 years with the company and in 2008, Jay started Genesis Elevator and in 2018, he started Revelation Manufacturing. Jay experience a big change of heart in 2014 and chose to start a ministry called "Saving Susan" as he realized he has a much bigger purpose than he had been able to see before.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    42 min
  • Elevator Industry Success through Education and Hard Work: A Leadership Career | Bobby Schaeffer

    Bobby Schaeffer is the President of D&D Elevator and Senior Vice President of American Elevator Group. Bobby started in the elevator industry as a helper with Flynn Hill Elevator in 1981. In 1982, Bobby started with D&D elevator, eventually becoming its President for 28 years. Bobby served as the President of the NAEC from 1999 to 2000, and was instrumental in creating the CET certification program. He also started the Elevator Learning Center. Bobby He is a member of the Elevator World magazine Executive Board and works with both The Elevator Learning Center and Elevator World to create and deliver the latest in educational content for the industry. Bobby is passionate about providing training and education to all who want to succeed. Bobby talks today about his career path and the keys to success, including hard work and continuous learning.

    Resources:
    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/
    Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/
    Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/AllredGroup
    Join our Newsletter - Episodes, Elevator Jobs, Insights, and more: https://eepurl.com/jnVaOM

    A Message From Our Sponsor:
    Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights!
    To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

    33 min

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The Elevator Careers Podcast explores the careers, challenges, and innovations shaping the elevator industry. Through conversations with professionals across the trade, we share career journeys,…