Service Technician

WHY join Schindler?

At Schindler, we are all about our culture! We focus on supporting our employees to meet their full potential by careful selection and constant development to make them a leader in their area. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally whilst working with a great bunch of people. We offer job stability to our employees as we focus on promoting from within and foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.

Who we are?

Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of the top elevator companies in the world, spanning 100 countries with more than 64,000 employees worldwide. We are one of the largest suppliers of new elevators, escalators and moving walkways in Australia today, employing over 1,200 employees who design install, service and modernise urban transport systems for almost every building type. At Schindler, we differentiate ourselves with our modern technology and innovative people.
 
About the role?

We are seeking an experienced Escalator and Elevator Technician to join our Adelaide team. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will be responsible for minimising breakdowns and ensuring that all escalators perform to customer expectations. This role is maintaining both Escalator and Elevator products

Key accountabilities include:

• Carrying out regular maintenance
• Answer all calls promptly and provide an accurate ETA, in accordance with response terms
• Ensure that an appropriate person on site is kept informed of the arrival, departure, and status of the escalator
• In accordance with established procedures be able to shut down an escalator which is regarded as unsafe and unable to be made to function properly
• Propose material alterations where it is felt the performance of the escalator can be improved by doing so

What we are looking for?

As this role covers both our lift and escalator products, we are looking for an individual who has demonstrated experience in dealing with the maintenance and service of both lifts and escalators. As the successful candidate, you will also possess:

• An Electrical trade certificate or equivalent and current electrical license
• Must have valid work rights in the location they are applying for
• General Construction Induction Card
• Outstanding communication skills and customer service etiquette
• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure
• An uncompromising commitment to quality workmanship and safety policies and procedures

What’s in it for you?

This role is an excellent opportunity for you to expand your existing skills in a large, global organisation. At Schindler, we have a great culture that is supportive and inclusive. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally whilst working with a great bunch of people. We offer job stability to our employees as we focus on promoting from within and foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.

How to apply?

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a Global Industry Leader and believe that you possess the required skills and qualifications to succeed in this role, please visit our Career site and complete our online application form. If you are an existing Schindler employee, please ensure you have discussed your application with your line manager prior to applying.

We support diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note we do not accept applications from recruitment agents for any position, this includes those that are submitted directly to the company or where the recruiter has contacted a manager.