Service Technician Details

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Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job : 85194

We elevate the quality of urban life. Our elevators, escalators and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people each day. As part of the Schindler team you will discover meaningful work that enhances the quality of life for communities, helping to make places more accessible, inclusive and sustainable for all.

We are currently recruiting for a Service Technician to join our team based in Glasgow and cover Glasgow/West. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms on portfolio lift/escalator equipment, completing Schindler safety inspections, closing any open non‑conformity to current legislation or standards, and overseeing improvement of equipment condition to reduce lift equipment downtime.

Work will also include minor repair work and lifecycle replacement of components. The candidate must adhere to all company safety and conduct procedures and provide coverage on an ‘on‑call’ rota for out of hours calls, maintenance and repairs.

• Carrying out routine servicing of lift/escalator equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+ etc)
• Rectifying and reducing faults on lift/escalator equipment in cases of breakdown and checking to confirm correct functioning
• Checking the lift/escalator function as part of maintenance, checks to include speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved company‑issued tooling and protective equipment
• Carrying out the routine inspection and adjustment of lift/escalator in accordance with approved procedures
• Reinstating lift/escalator and completing service documentation
• Carrying out more advanced 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
• Carrying out site surveys and attending all relevant training sessions to keep up to date on technical knowledge and skills
• Working in accordance with the Company’s Safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements, as well as setting a personal example of safe behaviour
• Contributing to the Company 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

• Experience in Lift/Escalator Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs preferred
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator maintenance or equivalent
• Advanced Electrical and Mechanical knowledge, including Multi-Brand equipment
• Advanced problem‑solving skills
• The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines and within efficiencies
• The ability to work independently with a flexible approach
• Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Service Leader/Inspectors)
• Manual dexterity – requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information
• Proven fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
• Good administration skills and punctuality
• Full UK driving licence

• Join our purpose‑driven organisation. 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.

• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
• Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
• Pension scheme with 6% company…