Commercial Vehicle Technician – Sevenoaks, Kent
Channel Commercials is an established and leading heavy commercial vehicle dealer in Kent, providing sales, parts and servicing for DAF Trucks in the South-East. We have excellent opportunities for Commercial Vehicle Technicians at our depots across Kent. The successful applicants will have the chance to undertake technical training and progress their career with a structured manufacturer.
We are also offering a welcome bonus of £2,000 for successful candidates who join us as Commercial Vehicle Technicians.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (Saturdays and overtime paid at time and a half)
* £2,000 welcome bonus
* 30 days holiday (inc bank holidays)
* Company sick pay
* Employee Assistance Programme (including private GP appointments)
Hours
* 40 hours a week plus overtime
* Alternate shifts Monday – Friday plus Saturdays on a rota basis
Key Responsibilities
* Test vehicles and diagnose faults
* Recognise and report vehicle/component defects or symptoms of impending failure
* Service, adjust and repair vehicles/components
* Complete job records
Essential Qualities
* Previous experience in heavy vehicle mechanics
* Qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair (preferably heavy vehicle) eg City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3) or equivalent
* Driving licence (preferably HGV)
* Computer literate
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Team player
* Ability to use own initiative
* Literacy and numeracy skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Available for overtime
Desirable Qualities
* DAF trucks mechanical experience
* To be paid in two instalments, £1000 after 6 months successful performance, and £1000 after 12 months successful performance. Direct applicants only. Agency referrals are excluded.
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