Hours
Basic hours:
40 per week (or as otherwise agreed)
Guaranteed overtime:
Monday to Friday: 2.5 hours Saturday: 5 hours (with some flexibility)
Plus standby and call-outs:
Subject to number of people in the dept. Additional £200 per week when on standby plus overtime if working more than contracted hours.
Job Purpose
You will independently perform spot repairs on components in all mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic vehicle systems and be competent in finding and understanding the service information within a professional workshop.
Key responsibilities & duties
Carry out simple work on the vehicles electrical system and use information from the wiring diagrams and manuals for electrical components.
Diagnose, check and set the mechanical systems.
Set up accessories and specific equipment on the vehicles.
As required, attend to disabled vehicles at the roadside or on customers premises, following appropriate routines and procedures including roadside safety laws and regulations.
Provide technical advice to customers and colleagues.
Carry out routine inspections, maintenance and repairs on all makes of vehicles and trailers to exceed the VOSA standard.
Ensure all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that all precautions are taken whilst on the premises.
Ensure Health & Safety regulation and safe working practices are adhered to.
Ensure appropriate clocking is made, all job cards and service sheets are completed in a timely manner.
Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend training courses.
Key requirements
Technical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ qualified technician) or proven experience repairing & maintaining vehicles.
Ability to work within guidelines given and to strict deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent customer service.
Good verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to undertake a wide range of tasks.
Awareness and understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
LGV/HGV/PCV licence an advantage.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £53,682.00 per year
Benefits:
Company car
Company pension
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site parking
Sick pay
Store discount
Work Location: In person