Stairlift, platform lift, service lift electromechanic
Level 2 · IntermediateEngineering and manufacturing 2 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
This Level 2 apprenticeship trains electromechanics to install, service, and repair stairlifts, platform lifts, and small service lifts in domestic and commercial properties. Apprentices develop skills in both the electrical and mechanical aspects of these mobility and access systems. It can lead to roles as a Senior Lift Engineer, Service Supervisor, or Field Service Manager.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Electrical wiring, circuits, and fault-finding on lift systems
Mechanical components of stairlift and platform lift systems
Safe installation methods and risk assessment before installation
Routine servicing schedules and preventive maintenance
Testing and commissioning installed systems to manufacturer standards
Relevant safety legislation and British Standards for lifts
Customer communication and lone working safety
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Install stairlifts and platform lifts in customer properties
Carry out routine servicing and safety inspections
Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
Commission installed systems and confirm safe operation
Complete installation and service records accurately
Explain system use and safety features to customers
Follow lone working procedures and risk assessments on each visit
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 2 (Intermediate) - roughly GCSE level. Often open with few or no formal qualifications - a strong first step. Some employers ask for a couple of GCSEs.
What’s next: Typically leads on to a Level 3 (Advanced) apprenticeship.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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