How to become Lift engineer
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
- applying directly
College
You could do a college course, which would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need to get a trainee position.
Relevant courses include:
- maintenance engineering technology
- building services engineering
- mechanical or electrical engineering
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could apply to do an apprenticeship with a lift repair company, for example:
- Stairlift, Platform Lift and Service Lift Electro-Mechanic Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Lift and Escalator Electro-Mechanic Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Work
You may be able to join a lift engineering company as a new starter and do on-the-job training through the Lift and Escalator Industry Association.
As your career develops you could go on to complete a Higher National Certificate and Diploma in Lift and Escalator Technology.
Direct Application
You can apply directly to employers if you've got relevant qualifications and experience in electrical, electro-mechanical or building services engineering.
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Career tips
You may need to travel to other parts of the country for some commercial and industrial contracts.
Further information
You can get more details about careers in maintenance engineering from the Lift and Escalator Industry Association and Neon.