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Apprentice Lift Engineer

ProTec Lifts LTD
Barnoldswick Full-time
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Position: Apprentice Lift Engineer

Location: Barnoldswick and surrounding areas

Are you interested in embarking on an exciting career journey in Lift Engineering? Proteclifts Ltd invites a passionate individual to join our team as we offer a comprehensive training program covering lift installation, maintenance, and beyond.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to work alongside one of our qualified lift engineers, gaining invaluable hands\-on experience while pursuing a fully accredited NVQ certification in lift installation. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience while earning a competitive salary. You will be taught everything you require to become a fully qualified lift engineer, including the engineering principles and electronics knowledge that enables you to carry out repairs and installations.

Why join Proteclifts?

  • Competitive rate of pay.

  • On the job training shadowing a senior engineer.

  • The candidate will be placed on full relative training courses to obtain qualifications after 1 year at Proteclifts.

  • 25 days holiday including bank holidays.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Overtime availability.

  • Working away allowance paid.

  • A chance to join a welcoming team of engineers.

  • Progression \& development opportunities.

  • Works Van \+ Fuel Card once fully qualified.

  • Maternity/paternity leave.
What does Proteclifts require from you?
  • Reliability and punctuality \- this is key.

  • Enthusiasm for learning and a keen interest in engineering.

  • Flexibility on working hours.

  • Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team.

  • College attendance and completion of coursework within deadlines to the best of your ability.

  • Experience working on the tools or a related role would be preferred.

  • Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles would be preferred.

  • Demonstrate excellent problem\-solving and organisation skills.

  • Have strong attention to detail and precision.

  • Happy to travel to sites – UK wide.

  • Happy to work away when commuting is not always possible.

  • Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in lift engineering.
Job Type:

Full\-time

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Barnoldswick and surrounding areas: able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).
Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent \- Minimum of GCSE Grade 4 \- 9 (A\-C) passes in Maths and English.
Licence/Certification:
  • Full clean driving licence with no points or convictions.
Training:

You will shadow a fully qualified lift engineer to put skills to practice and gain invaluable hands\-on experience while pursuing a fully accredited NVQ certification in lift installation. After 1 year working with Proteclifts, you will be enrolled onto a college course to obtain your qualification. This can be completed between 1\-3 years, attending college once a month. You must complete the coursework within the given deadlines to the best of your ability.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're ready to kickstart your journey towards becoming a skilled lift engineer, apply now to join Proteclifts Ltd! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to turn your passion for engineering into a rewarding profession.

Job Type: Full\-time

Benefits:

  • Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Barnoldswick, Lancashire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
  • 25% (preferred)
Work Location: On the road

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