Service Technician-Escalators (Nights)

Field Operations; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Service Technician for escalators on night shifts. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, conducting safety inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a purpose-driven organization where your contributions enhance the quality of urban life. You'll thrive in a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion, helping to shape sustainable cities while advancing your career. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and working as part of a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Culture

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in escalator servicing and maintenance is preferred.
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in escalator maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing of escalator equipment and minor repairs.
• Conduct fault finding and diagnostic procedures using various techniques.

Skills

Escalator Servicing

Maintenance

Repairs

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Maintenance

Tools

Technical Manuals

Test Equipment

Job description

Location: Ash, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 79782

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 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-Escalators (Nights)

We are currently recruiting for a Service Technician-Escalators on Night Shifts to join our Team based in Northfleet working on a 4 on, 4 off basis between 07.00 & 19.00. The successful candidate will carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to on portfolio escalator equipment. Completion of Schindler safety inspections and closure of any open non-conformity to current legislation or standards. Improvement of equipment condition to improve the time between technical call-backs and reduce escalator equipment downtime. Works will also include minor repair work and the lifecycle replacement of components. Adherence to all company safety and conduct procedures. Provide coverage by an ’on call’ rota for out of hours calls, maintenance and repairs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing of escalator equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, 2+ etc)
• To rectify and reduce faults on escalator equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
• Checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, noise temperature and power supply using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
• Carry out the routine inspection, adjustment, of escalator installations in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate escalator and complete service documentation
• Carrying out fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service. Competence is required to make effective use of written or graphical information.
• All employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and Schindler Core Values to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group Safety requirements.
• Employees are required to attend all relevant Training Sessions
• Employees are required to carry out all works in accordance with the Company’s Quality Corporate Policy
• Employees will be required to contribute to the Company’s Safety Objectives, where necessary by maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to its Safety Management System.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in Escalator Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs preferred
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Escalator maintenance
• Passionate about the customer and 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 assisting willingly when required.
• Proactive and able to identify and prioritise workload
• Ability to forward plan the departmental requirements and to work to deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills at different levels (client/Service Leader/Inspectors)
• Full UK driving License (walking routes may not need this qualification)

What’s in it for you?

• 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!

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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.

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