Escalator Engineer / Technician Job in Kenya

Our Client is an engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and project management company supporting a number of building lift projects in Kenya.

Our client intends to improve its escalator management and maintenance services in the region.

Pursuant to this objective, our client wishes to recruit an Escalator Engineer / Technician to oversee the lifting operations. 

The ideal candidate will be part of an elite team of professionals.

Job Description:

  • Provide support for all escalators and technical activities on construction projects.
  • Prepare preliminary studies for escalator sizing or estimates when requested
  • Producing technical studies for lifting, escalation, barging and installation;
  • Preparation of escalators and transport plans;
  • Design and calculation of client specific adaptations of heavy lifting and transport equipment;
  • Prepare timely response to field questions;
  • Work according and verify compliance with industry standard requirements concerning measurement and escalation equipments.
  • Become familiar with all applicable escalation and hoisting procedures as set forward by customers;

Job Requirements
  • Engineering graduate in technical engineering or an experienced technician;
  • Working experience at top 3 lift and escalator engineering companies / operators
  • Proficient in AutoCad, Mathcad, Microsoft Office applications;
  • Minimum of 3-5 years practical experience as engineer or technician in escalator installation and maintenance
  • Highly focused on the safety and quality of deliverables;
  • Excellent oral and written English skills.
  • Good communication skills and interested in working within a technical and operational environment;
  • Able to read, interpret and verify lifting installation plans & drawings.

Application Process

Kindly send your 2 page CV and cover letter detailing your experience, qualification and motivation for the job to recruitment@racg.co.ke, to the Recruitment Manager as soon as you read this advert.


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.