Apprentice Stairlift Engineer

Summary

Ascendit lifts is a family run business founded in 1998. Located in Surrey, we are one of the largest independent dealers of domestic lifts in London and the south-east. We are seeking an apprentice to join our team, completing a Level 2 Stairlift electromechanical programme.

Annual wage

£13,312 a year

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Wage is Apprenticeship Minimum Wage + approximately 10% and is paid Monthly (Paid on the last day of every month)

Training course

Stairlift, platform lift, service lift electromechanic (level 2)

Hours

40 hours per week. Days and times to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 9 January

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Using the company vehicle provided, the apprentice would be required to meet their mentor at customers' homes and assist with the installation and/or maintenance of various domestic lifts at various sites across the southeast.
Learning from their mentor, they will master the skills and techniques required to enable them to eventually undertake equipment installations and routine maintenance unsupervised.
Learning will include, proper handling and storage of lift equipment and tools, equipment preparation and set up, installation and maintenance of equipment, undertaking training on the correct techniques and use of various hand and power tools, learning how to read technical manuals and drawings, including wiring diagrams, survey paperwork and site drawings as well as manufacturer rail set up drawings, gathering the necessary evidence required to check off the units of the apprenticeship.

Where you’ll work

Ascendit Lifts Ltd

4D Gatwick Metro Centre

Balcombe Road

Horley

RH6 9GA

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ELEVATED KNOWLEDGE LTD

Your training course

Stairlift, platform lift, service lift electromechanic (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

Training will include:

Online and practical training on the correct use of hand and power tools.
Health and safety at work training. Online safety courses related to the role such as but not limited to: Asbestos awareness. Manual handling. Electrical awareness. Working at Height. Product specific manufacturer training.
Service training. Fault finding training. Repair and replacement of failed parts training. Installation training. Loading training. Driver training. NVQ L2 in stairlift installation. Equipment refurbishment training.
Administration and policy training such as but not limited to: Use of PDA system and other communication mediums. Part requests and returns. Safe handling and storage of parts in the vehicle. Monthly Vehicle reports. Monthly time-sheet completion and submission. Sick reporting and annual leave requests.

More training information

Training will consist of: part on the job, shadowing with a mentor and completing jobs whilst updating an e-portfolio of evidence for your apprenticeship. You will also have on-line support and an on-line tutor/assessor. At the end of your apprenticeship, you will be expected to undertake an End Point Assessment to prove competency in your knowledge.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills
Customer care skills
Initiative
Non judgemental
Problem solving skills
Team working

Other requirements

Driving Licence is essential. You will be required to drive company vehicle to various sites of work.

About this company

Founded in 1998, Ascendit Lifts is a family business that has steadily grown to become one of the largest independent suppliers and installers of domestic lifts in London and the South East. Being independent means we can offer the widest range of products from the world's leading manufacturers; we are constantly researching new products to offer the latest technology and advancements. We are specialists in the installation and maintenance of: stairlifts

https://www.ascenditlifts.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

The successful applicant will complete the Stairlift, platform lift, service lift electromechanic (level 2) apprenticeship and enjoy a role within the team at Ascendit Lifts.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ELEVATED KNOWLEDGE LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000288308.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Friday 6 December)

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Company’s application instructions

Apply direct to Ascendit Lifts Ltd. Contact: Brett Saunders, HR & Facilities Manager, brett.saunders@ascenditlifts.co.uk or Ricki Grayson, Engineering Manager, ricki.grayson@ascenditlifts.co.uk

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