Lift Repairs Engineer

Otis SE; Dartford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

iPhone

Own tools

Modern work clothes

Training & development

Health and safety focus

Job summary

Otis in Reading is seeking a maintenance mechanic to keep a portfolio of elevator units safe and reliable across your territory. You will perform planned maintenance visits and respond quickly to issues to maximise first-time fixes.

Every day you will work within your geographical area, liaising with customers to build strong relationships while ensuring safety remains the priority. Training and modern PPE will be provided along with a company van and tools.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 in lifts maintenance mechanics or equivalent qualification.
• Holder of a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge and safety focus.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with customers.
• Capable of working independently or in a small team.
• Comfort with electronic and digital tool usage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out 100% of elevator maintenance and service visits in your territory.
• Manage a portfolio of elevators within your defined area.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and aim for first-time fix.
• Perform minor repairs to keep systems running.
• Liaise with customers on site to maintain good relationships.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Driver's license

Safety-oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

NVQ3 in Lifts maintenance mechanics

Tools

Electronic tools

Job description

Role Overview

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? Otis is growing and is looking for a maintenance mechanic for one of our entities located in Reading. Your priority is to ensure the safety of passengers and technical stakeholders by safely maintaining a portfolio of elevator units.

On a typical day you will:

• Carry out 100% of the elevator maintenance and service visits of the units within your territory
• Work within your defined geographical area / territory, managing the portfolio of elevators within it
• Respond proactively and quickly to fix any breakdowns, aiming to achieve first time fix
• Carry out minor repairs to achieve continual operation
• Liaise directly with the customer while on site to build a good working relationship

What you will need to be successful

• Hold NVQ3 in Lifts maintenance mechanics in your country
• Hold a drivers license
• You have good skills in electricity and electrical engineering
• You are a committed professional, with safety as your priority
• You are comfortable communicating to others
• You are curious, adaptable, and you know how to work alone or in a team
• You are comfortable using electronic and digital tools

What’s In it For Me / Benefits

Competitive salary package.

• We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time.
• You will receive modern and high-quality work clothes, your own tools, an iPhone and a company van.
• The health and safety of our employees is our top priority.
• We promote this through regular training on the subject of occupational health and safety as well as through an employee support program.
• If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

When you join Otis

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis.

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential.

Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.