Lift Service Technician

Location: Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 
Job ID: 75261 

We Elevate… You

We’re enhancing the quality of life in urban environments by providing the best mobility solutions across buildings.

Founded in Switzerland in 1874, the Schindler Group is a leading global provider of elevators, escalators and related services. Together Schindler moves more than two billion people every day all over the world. Behind the company's success are over 70,000 employees in more than 100 countries.

In New Zealand, we employ over 150 people across our locations of Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch.

We are committed to providing you with safe, reliable, trusted and innovative building transport solutions so that Schindler New Zealand continues to be your first choice. 

We Elevate... You

Join us as a

Lift Service Technician (Repair Engineer)

•  At Schindler, we have a great culture that is supportive and inclusive

•  Based in Grafton / Avondale, Auckland - Permanent full-time position

•  We are passionate about giving our employees the opportunity to grow their career within Schindler.

About the role

As a  Service Technician/Repair Engineer, you will join our Existing Service team based in the  Auckland Branch .

You will be responsible for carrying out planned lift repairs. Working individually and working within a team as needed. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Carry out repairs, small modifications, major repairs, minor works, routine replacement of components and routine inspections

• Typical repairs to include, Re-roping, Bearing replacements, motor changes, varied elevator component replacements and repairs etc

• Working in a professional and highly safety cultured organisation.

• Checking the lift function as part of repair works, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise temperature and power supply 

What we are looking for:

Previous experience in the lift industry is preferable or in a similar role.

You will also possess:

• A current electrical licence

• Eligibility to work permanently in New Zealand (citizen or permanent resident)

• NZ Driver's license

• Expert fault finding and diagnostic skills – ‘go to person’.

• Able to work autonomously

• Ability to work under pressure and rapidly problem solve

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Committed to providing an awesome customer experience  

What's in it for you:

• Competitive base (Depending on qualification and industry experience) 

• Annual Bonus

• Company Vehicle

• Employee of the month & year recognition with rewards

• Long service recognition and reward program

• Potential for real growth both personally and professionally

• Opportunity to access educational support and social activities

Do you want to move the future with us?

•  If so, we would like to hear from you, and look forward to receiving your complete application documents
•  If you are an existing Schindler employee, please ensure that you have discussed you application with your line manager prior to applying.

Together let's elevate New Zealand!

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.