PCV/HGV Auto Electrician
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- Coach Fleet Location: Taunton, Somerset (on-site) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Pay: £19.00-£22.00 per hour (DOE) A well-established South West coach operator is seeking an experienced PCV/HGV Auto Electrician to join their busy workshop team in Taunton.
You'll be the go-to person for electrical diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs, working independently on complex issues as well as alongside the workshop team to ensure the reliability of a 60-vehicle coach fleet.
The Role Working on a modern and varied fleet of PCV/HGV vehicles, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical and electronic systems to ensure vehicles remain safe, compliant, and fully operational.
Key Responsibilities: Electrical and electronic fault finding/diagnostics on PCV/HGV vehicles using diagnostic tools and test equipment Repair and replacement of electrical components including starters, alternators, batteries/charging systems, lighting, switches, sensors, and control units Wiring repairs including loom repairs, connectors, shorts/earth faults, and carrying out electrical installations as required Supporting roadside and running repairs when rostered on call-out Assisting with MOT preparation and ensuring defects are rectified promptly to a high standard Ensuring vehicles are maintained in line with Operator Licence requirements and company standards Completing all paperwork accurately, including job cards, service sheets, and defect reports Working Hours Shift rotation: 06:30
- 14:30 08:00
- 16:30 10:00
- 18:30 Overtime is available after hours and at weekends depending on preference and operational need.
Call-out is paid at enhanced rates, normally with a minimum of 3 hours paid, even if the job takes less time. xxuwjjq
Short fixes are paid at double time.