Overview
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About Crown Lift Trucks Ltd: Since its entry into the materials handling industry in the 1960s, Crown Equipment Corporation has earned a reputation for exceptional product design, engineering and manufacturing of its electric forklift trucks. Crown supports customers with a wide selection of electric forklift trucks ranging from pallet trucks to very narrow-aisle (VNA) trucks.
Our brand promise is: “Crown designs, manufactures, distributes, services and supports material handling products that provide customers with superior value.” Quality and performance are foundational to Crown, and we value people working as a team to ensure quality is built into every forklift truck.
Job Description: To carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites in a safe, professional and cost-effective manner, maintaining documentation of all works in line with Health and Safety and Quality procedures. The role involves working to a planned schedule of service and maintenance jobs at client premises. To ensure van stock is monitored and sufficient for day-to-day maintenance of the fleet.
Responsibilities
* Carry out inspections and monitor the safety of repaired and maintained trucks.
* Accurately complete job sheets, timesheets and purchase requisition and parts paperwork within required timescales.
* Take responsibility for all equipment and tooling (van, laptop/tablet, etc.) and ensure they are safe for the type of work undertaken.
* Work to strict planned schedules and deadlines.
Qualifications and Requirements
To be considered, you will need knowledge in at least one of the following areas and be willing to undertake additional training to excel within Crown Lift Trucks Ltd:
* Mechanical engineering
* Electrical engineering
* Hydraulics
You should be able to work independently and in a team, communicate well, and work to timescales. The role requires product training and ability to start as an Engineer Service representative on completion of training.
Essential Skills
* Must hold full UK Driving Licence
* Proficient in fault finding and repair
* Grade C or above in English and maths (GCSE)
* Experience of Health & Safety requirements in workshop practice
* Commitment to continual personal and professional development
* Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
* High standard of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently or in a team
* Clear communication skills (oral and written)
* Consultation and negotiation skills
* Flexibility to cope with diverse needs of the post
* Motivated, resilient, positive attitude
Desirable Skills
* Recent experience in forklift truck service or related field
* Engineering qualification
Vacancy Details
* Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – 08:00 to 16:30 (30-minute lunch)
* Company Vehicle: Company van and fuel card provided; private use allowed (taxed)
* Pension: Company pension plan
* Holidays: 25 days holiday
Contact: Crown Lift Trucks Ltd, Karen Callander, Rutherford Road, Basingstoke, RG24 8PD. Website: www.crown.com. For queries: uk.recruitment@crown.com or 01256 300211.
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