Escalator Engineer (Nights)

Company – National Installation and Service Company

Job Title – Escalator Engineer (Nights)

Location – Central London

Salary – £neg

On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for an Escalator Engineer to carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to on portfolio escalator equipment.

The succesful candidate will be responsible for the improvement of equipment condition, improving on the time between technical call-backs and the reduction of escalator equipment downtime.

Works will also include minor repair work and the lifecycle replacement of components. Adherence to all company safety and conduct procedures, maintenance and repairs at all times is essential.

Key Duties

• 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, PPA, 2+ etc).
• To rectify and reduce faults on escalator equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning.
• Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, 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.
• Employees must comply with Company Health & Safety requirements and always set a personal example of safe behaviour.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in Escalator Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs preferred.
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Escalator maintenance.
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Flexibility.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills at different levels (client/Service Leader/Inspectors).
• Full UK driving License (walking routes may not need this qualification).