Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 87376
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
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We are looking to recruit for a Lift Service Engineer to supporting our customer communications, compliment and supporting the management team. The successful candidate will carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to on portfolio lift equipment in the Birmingham/ Midlands area.
Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+ etc)
To rectify and reduce faults on lift/escalator equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
Conduct the routine inspection and adjustment of lift in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift/escalator and complete service documentation
Carrying out more advanced fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service.
Experience in Lift Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs preferred
Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift maintenance or equivalent
Advanced Electrical and Mechanical knowledge, including Multi-Brand equipment
Advanced problem-solving skills
Full UK driving License
The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines and within efficiencies
The ability to work independently with a flexible approach
Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Service Leader/Inspectors)
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
Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills
- Attractive salary package
- Company van and fuel card for flexibility on the road
- Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus all bank holidays
- One additional paid volunteering day each year
- Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
- Comprehensive life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones
- Enhanced family leave to support you through life’s important moments
- Private medical cover with a trusted provider, including 24/7 access to a virtual GP for your convenience
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
- Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
- Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
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At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
