Lift Service Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the lift industry is seeking a full-time Lift Service Engineer to cover central Scotland. The role involves ensuring lift safety and functionality, attending breakdowns, and performing maintenance. Ideal candidates should possess NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in lift Engineering and experience in lift repairs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the maintenance and repair of lifts.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Attend to lift breakdowns and conduct repairs.
• Perform routine servicing and maintenance of lifts.
• Liaise with office team to schedule workloads.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Mechanical understanding

Electrical understanding

Education

NVQ or SVQ Level 3 in lift Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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At Caltech Lifts, we’re proud to be a trusted name in the lift industry, serving Scotland and beyond since 1978. As a family-run business with over four decades of experience, we specialise in lift installation, modernisation, and maintenance services. Our reputation is built on reliability, quality, and a personal touch—ensuring our clients receive tailored solutions and the highest standards of safety and customer care.

We believe in investing in our people, providing a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member can grow their skills and make a meaningful impact. Join us and become part of a close-knit team that’s dedicated to keeping people moving safely and efficiently every day

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Lift Service Engineer covering the central belt area of Scotland. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the safety, reliability, and smooth operation of lifts across the central belt of Scotland. Responsibilities include attending to lift breakdowns in client buildings, identifying and diagnosing faults, and carrying out effective repairs to restore full functionality.

Perform routine servicing and maintenance of wide variety of makes and models of passenger lifts, goods lifts and disabled access lifts ensuring they meet safety standards and operate reliably.

Liaise with the office team to plan and schedule workloads efficiently, delivering excellent customer service at all times.

Keeping accurate records of work completed, parts used, and any further recommendations using servicxe management software on company mobile phone.

Participate in our on call rota of 1 in 4

Qualifications

• NVQ or SVQ Level 3 in lift Engineering or equivalent
• Proven experience in the maintenance and repair of lifts, including hydraulic and traction lifts. Or proven experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance of machinery
• A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Must be able to confidently read and understand wiring diagrams on control systems
• The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues quickly and develop effective solutions.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Driving license.
• Flexibility to work out of normal working hours as and when required.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.