Service Technician Escalators German-speaking Switzerland

Due to Swiss regulations, we only consider Swiss, EU/EFTA applicants or applicants with a valid work permit.

Together for over 115 years and together into the future

KONE is a globally leading company in the manufacturing and maintenance of elevators, escalators, and automatic doors with over 60,000 employees. What sets us apart? Our innovative, sustainable solutions and a culture firmly rooted in respect, collaboration, and diversity.

KONE (Switzerland) AG is represented with 5 branches and over 400 employees. Our corporate culture is based on the values #CARE, #COLLABORATION, #CUSTOMER and #COURAGE - values we live daily to create an inclusive, sustainable, and innovative work environment.

We are looking for you as a Service Technician Escalators – German-speaking Switzerland as soon as possible.

Your mission

After thorough training, you will take over your own service route and be responsible for the independent and high-quality maintenance of our elevator systems.

Your specific contribution

• Perform maintenance work, service assignments, and repairs according to specified quality and safety standards

• Ensure a safe working environment in accordance with all regulations and guidelines

• Maintain professional communication with customers, contacts, and end users

• Responsibility for the safety and proper functioning of the assigned systems

• Proper management of the site environment during work

• Identify and report additional repair needs including coordination with customers on site

• Prepare precise, timely service reports

• Participate in periodic on-call / fault service

Your added value

• Completed training in the electrical or mechanical field. Training in rail vehicle construction or similar industries would be an advantage.

• Desired experience in escalator maintenance

• Strong manual skills and independent working style

• Very good (Swiss) German skills (at least level C1)

• Enjoyment of customer contact and willingness to professionally represent KONE externally

• Enjoyment of national travel activity and representing our company

• High flexibility and personal responsibility

• Valid category B driving license

• Clean criminal record

• Residence in Switzerland (Swiss or foreign nationality with valid residence permit)

• Your place of residence is at most 30 minutes from the city center of Zurich. This enables a balanced work-life balance and facilitates teamwork.

Our offer for your future

• Work in a globally networked company with international collaboration

• Innovative, professional, and collegial work environment – focusing on employee well-being

• Diverse training opportunities (e.g., KONE Academy in Hanover) and active support of your professional development

• Market-based compensation, a company car with 100% private use (without monthly contribution), meal allowance CHF 25.-/workday (without receipt), at least 25 days of vacation, and other attractive benefits such as a powerful pension fund and participation in exciting company events 

• Fair-Pay certified: equal pay for women and men – transparent and verified

• Commitment to sustainability: goal CO₂-neutrality by 2030

Are you ready to help shape the mobility of tomorrow?

We look forward to your application!

Please submit your complete documents (resume, certificates, references, salary expectations) online at: 👉 www.kone.ch / Careers / R0659557

* Applications by e-mail or post cannot be considered.

** Offers from recruitment agencies are unwanted.

Do you have questions? Feel free to contact me

KONE (Switzerland) AG
Barbara Sallin, Talent Acquisition Specialist
027 305 35 30 

At KONE, we focus on creating an innovative and collaborative work culture where we value each individual’s contribution. Employee retention is a key focus area for us, and we encourage our employees to get involved and share information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and daily work. We follow ethical business practices and aim to build a culture of togetherness where colleagues trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. As a company that offers a great workplace, we are proud to offer a variety of experiences and opportunities to help you achieve your professional and personal goals and enjoy a healthy, balanced life.

For more information, please visit https://careers.kone.com/en/