Lift Mechanic

Date Posted:  | Country:
South Africa |

Location:

Arden Grove, Cape Town

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? Otis is growing and is looking for a maintenance mechanic for one of our entities located in Cape Town. Your priority is to ensure the safety of passengers and technical stakeholders by safely maintaining a portfolio of elevator and escalator units.

• Carry out 100% of the elevator maintenance and service visits of the units within your territory
• Work within your defined geographical area / territory, managing the portfolio of elevators within it
• Respond proactively and quickly to fix any breakdowns, aiming to achieve first time fix
• Carry out minor repairs to achieve continual operation
• Liaise directly with the customer while on site to build a good working relationship

• Reference qualifications that are required for maintenance mechanics in your country
• Hold a driver’s license for South Africa
• At least 12 months of experience in the elevator sector
• Good skills in electricity and electrical engineering
• Committed professional, with safety as your priority
• Comfortable communicating to others
• Curious, adaptable, and able to work alone or in a team
• Comfortable using electronic and digital tools

• Long‑term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis‑proof industry
• Customisable work schedule / shift / weekly hours
• Remuneration in accordance with local wage agreement
• Vacation, bonuses and 15 vacation days

We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time.

You will receive modern and high‑quality work clothes and a company car.

The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. We promote this through regular training on the subject of occupational health and safety as well as through an employee support program.

Apply today to join us and build what’s next! If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at