National Expertise. Local Care. Your Next Career Move.

Elevate Your Career with Specialized Elevator. At Specialized Elevator Services, we are redefining what it means to be an elevator company. We aren't just a corporation; We are a collective of the industry's most respected independent service providers, united by a single mission: Doing the right thing for our customers.

When you join our team, you get the best of both worlds: the strength, stability, and resources of a national network, combined with the personal culture and autonomy of a local business. We don’t just hire employees; we partner with professionals who are ready to set new standards for value, safety, and reliability.

Why Work With Us?

Strength in Independence

We are the largest independent network in the U.S., meaning you get the backing of a national powerhouse without the red tape. We empower our local teams to make the decisions that matter.

A Culture of Respect

Our values are simple: Our People come first. We foster a collaborative environment where hard work is recognized, and individuals are valued as the true strength of our company.

Union Strong

We are proud to be a premier employer for the International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC). Safety, training, and long-term careers are core to how we operate — whether you’re pursuing an elevator mechanic job or building experience in the field.

Growth & Opportunity

As we continue to grow through partnerships and acquisitions across the country, we offer meaningful opportunities for advancement across the organization. From elevator installer jobs and service roles to leadership paths and elevator sales jobs, Specialized provides room to grow without losing what makes local teams strong.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to honesty, transparency, and safety. Whether you are a seasoned Elevator Technician, a Sales Professional, or an Operations expert, you belong here if you:

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Browse our open positions and see where you fit in the Specialized Elevator family.

Anthony Brown

Vice President, Sales East / Central

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Anthony Brown is Vice President of Sales – East/Central for Specialized Elevator, responsible for all sales activity for the company for the eastern and central portions of the United States.

He was previously New Talent Network Founder & Chair for Otis Elevator Corp., where he was responsible for refining the onboarding process of new hires, career coaching, mentoring, and developing related resources. Previous to that role, he held various regional sales positions covering the Western and Midwestern U.S.

He holds a B.B.A in Management and Operations from Michigan State University and an M.B.A. with a focus on Business Management & Marketing from Grand Valley State University.

Mike LoCicero

Executive Vice President, East Coast Operations

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Michael LoCicero is Executive VP of East Coast Operations at Specialized Elevator, responsible for all operational activity for the company in the eastern United States.

He was previously President of Solucore Inc., an elevator and escalator industry consulting firm serving the sector out of New York City for nine years.

He is a certified Elevator Inspector for the State of Florida, a qualified elevator inspector by industry trade group NAESA International and a licensed Elevator Agency Director in New York.

Lisa Foley

Executive Vice President,  Human Resources

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Lisa Foley is Executive Vice President of Human Resources at Specialized Elevator, responsible for all staffing-related and human resources functions at the company.

She has held several senior human resources positions throughout her career, including Senior Director of Human Resources for crisis-oriented human services network Community Intervention Services, and Director of Human Resources for the Marriott Sheraton Needham Hotel.

She holds a B.S. in Hotel/Motel Administration & Management from the University of New Hampshire Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics.

Prasoon Kejriwal

Chief Information Officer

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Prasoon Kejriwal is Chief Information Officer at Specialized Elevator, responsible for all information technology functions at the company.

He has held several IT leadership positions throughout his career, including Vice President of Business Applications at e-learning provider Curriculum Associates and Director of Application Services at software developer Aspen Technology. He also served as a Sr. Global IT Manager for industrial machinery manufacturer Saint-Gobain Abrasives.

He holds an M.S. in Computer Science from UMass Boston.

Donovan McKeever

Chief Operating Officer

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Donovan McKeever is Chief Operating Officer of Specialized Elevator, overseeing all operational functions at the company.

He previously served as President and Founder of Specialized Elevator brand San Francisco Elevator, where he oversaw West Coast operations before his promotion to COO in 2024. Prior to his role at San Francisco Elevator, has was General Manager at Ascent Elevator, and has worked in the elevator industry throughout his 27-year career.

Licensed Elevator Mechanic with BA from St. Mary’s College.

Silvana Hernandez

Chief Financial Officer

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Silvana Hernandaz has been the Chief Financial Officer for Specialized Elevator since November 2023, overseeing all finance-related functions at the company.

She previously served as the CFO for security, fire protection and audiovisual solutions provider Pavion and has held senior finance positions at the University of St. Augustine for Heath Services, mobile network provider ORBCOMM, Cinch (FKA Cross Country Home Services).

She holds a B.S. in Accounting from Florida University and a M.B.A. International Business from Florida International University.

Jim Core

Chief Executive Officer

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Jim Core is Chief Executive Officer of Specialized Elevator, responsible for leading the largest independent network of elevator service providers in the United States. A service and distribution veteran who has overseen the successful consolidation of fifty-three companies, delivered organic growth, and created real company value. His leadership is weighted towards employee empowerment, professional staff development, accountability, and celebrating both individual and collective success. The top focus areas are always the employee, the customer, and the culture.

He previously served as Group President and EVP of Novvia Group, and VP/General Manager for Home Depot Pro Institutional, where he oversaw the integration of the SupplyWorks brand through Home Depot’s addition of Interline Brands, Inc. He landed in this role as the previous leader of SupplyWorks, a $1.2B Jansan distribution company.

He also served as a Captain in the United States Army and holds a B.A. in Economics from Wake Forest University.