Technician

Technics; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technician/Tester to join their dynamic team in Warrington. This full-time role involves assisting engineers with technical issues, conducting safety inspections, and commissioning/testing new equipment. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical and mechanical skills, along with experience in the lift industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Elevate your career while contributing to the safety and efficiency of urban mobility systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in the lift industry as a qualified installation or maintenance engineer.
• Strong product knowledge and familiarity with field tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical issues of lift equipment and rectify faults during breakdowns.
• Perform fault finding and diagnostics using appropriate techniques.

Skills

Electrical Skills

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Documentation Access

Education

NVQ3 in Installation or Maintenance Engineering

NVQ4 in Testing Lifts

Tools

Handheld Devices for Reporting

Job description

Location: Warrington, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: 75377

We Elevate... You

Join Schindler and help us elevate our world: Use your skills to allow megacities to grow. With our elevators and escalators, we keep the urban world moving.

Since 1874, Schindler has been a Citymaker with a proud reputation for elevating not only buildings but also the well-being of everyone who lives and works in them. People, passion, and innovation are the pillars of our success.

Schindler is one of the world's leading suppliers of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. We employ talented individuals in over 100 countries worldwide to design, develop, install, maintain, and modernise mobility systems that keep the world's urban population moving. We offer a dynamic, forward-looking work environment that enables our employees to innovate and excel in their fields.

Join us as a Technician

We are recruiting for a Technician/Tester to join our team based out of the Warrington Rubax Office. The successful candidate will assist engineers with technical issues both remotely and in person, carry out surveys for modernisations, and assist in safety inspections, quality audits, and overall health and safety implementation. Additionally, the role involves conducting Passenger Release training in various environments and commissioning/testing new equipment at work sites within the region. Punctuality, enthusiasm, and self-motivation are essential. This is a permanent, full-time role.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist with technical issues of lift equipment following approved procedures (PPE, PDA, etc.).
2. Help rectify faults on lift equipment during breakdowns and verify correct functioning.
3. Perform fault finding and diagnostics using appropriate techniques, manuals, and test equipment to restore equipment to service.
4. Work in accordance with company occupational health and safety policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
5. Adhere to safety requirements and demonstrate safe behaviour at all times.
6. Use handheld devices for reporting work activities and adopt future technologies for real-time reporting.
7. Perform tasks safely and according to established methods and procedures.
8. Work independently or in groups to resolve technical issues.
9. Provide technical support across departments, accurately record findings, and report to managers within set timescales.
10. Ensure all actions are documented and reported properly, including periodic inspections if certified (CPSI5), in accordance with group requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in the lift industry as a qualified installation or maintenance engineer (NVQ3 or equivalent).
• Strong product knowledge, electrical and mechanical skills, and familiarity with field tools.
• Knowledge of safety components, subsystems, safety issues/hazards, relevant codes, and standards, with ability to access technical documentation.
• Certified SAIS inspector according to group procedures.
• NVQ4 qualification in testing lifts (new and existing) or working towards it.

Can You Elevate Us?

Join a highly driven organization where high performance connects people and is key to achieving strong business results. Submit your application at www.schindler.com.

At Schindler Group, we value inclusion, diversity, and equity, striving to create equal opportunities for all. We ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, nationality, genetics, health, or disability.