Job Opportunities Service Technician-Repairs

the Schindler Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Birmingham is seeking a Service Technician‑Repairs. In this full-time role, you will support equipment maintenance and ensure high service standards. Ideal candidates will have NVQ level 3 in lift maintenance and experience in servicing lifts. Join us to enhance urban life through your skills and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lift Servicing / Maintenance / Repairs preferred.
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills at different levels.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls or repairs within the contractual time frame.
• Maintenance and servicing of lifting equipment.
• Ensure adherence to all Company Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Mechanic Experience

Customer Service

Service Technician Experience

Troubleshooting

Education

NVQ level 3 in Lift maintenance

Job description

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: 81736

About Schindler

We Elevate... Quality of urban life

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 the 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.

Join us as a

Service Technician‑Repairs

We are looking to recruit for a Service Technician‑Repairs to work as part of the local team based in Birmingham supporting our customer communications complement and supporting the management team. They will provide front‑of‑house customer contact within the Birmingham Housing business unit ensuring our equipment is running in a safe and uncompromising manner. This is a full‑time, permanent role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Respond to calls or repairs within the contractual time frame
• Support and co‑operate with colleagues throughout the Company in a positive, helpful and respectful manner
• Comply fully with the Company’s field objectives and reporting systems
• Comply with the Company’s quality system and participate in its continuous development
• Maintenance and servicing of lifting equipment including but not restricted to lifts, platform units and hoists
• Real‑time completion of works within Field Link
• Any other field engineering duties that may be required
• Ensure adherence to all Company Policies and Procedures
• All employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements
• Employees must comply with Company Health & Safety requirements and set a personal example of safe behaviour
• Employees will be required to contribute to the Company safety objectives where necessary by maintaining / monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to Schindler Ltd occupational health and safety management system

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in Lift Servicing / Maintenance / Repairs preferred
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift maintenance
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Flexibility and good problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills at different levels (client / Service Leader / Inspectors)
• Passionate about the customer. Works consistently to provide a high level of service to both internal and external customers
• Works well as part of a team supporting colleagues and assists willingly when required
• Proactive and is able to identify and prioritise workload
• Delivers on commitments
• Good time management skills and ability to forward‑plan the departmental requirement
• Holds a full UK Driving Licence
• Join our purpose‑driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day
• Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued

We Elevate Your Career

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!

Discover more on our career website.

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.

Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.

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Key Skills

Mechanic Experience, Pest Control, Customer Service, Hand Tools, HVAC, Mechanical Knowledge, Automotive Repair, Service Technician Experience, Maintenance, Heavy Lifting, Equipment Repair, Troubleshooting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1