Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Reading Berkshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
A major Commercial Vehicle manufacturer is looking for a number of Mechanics - Technicians for their extremely busy commercial vehicle workshop. Must possess a mechanical or technician background in any of the following: Commercial vehicles, plant, vans, cars, agricultural, construction, armed forces or any other kind of vehicles and either have experience of IRTEC, BTEC or City & Guilds qualifications or similar. Full training provided.
ROLE: Mechanic - technicians
LOCATION: Reding
BASIC SALARY: £20 to £24 per hour depending upon experience
SHIFTS: 6am to 2:30pm, 7am to 3:30pm or 1pm to 10pm, lots of overtime available if wanted
OVERTIME: Lots available
BENEFITS: 25 days holiday, 1 x Life Assurance, Company Pensions contribution of up to 5%, Private Medical Insurance, Bonus, incentives and commission schemes, Further Education Assistance
ROLE: Please note if you do not have HGV mechanic or technicians experience you will be trained to do everything below:
As an HGV Technician you are responsible for the maintenance, service, and repair of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). You ensure that all vehicles are maintained to a high safety and performance standard, identifying and repairing any mechanical or electrical issues. If you do not possess HGV Technician/Mechanic experience you will be trained and taught
The Specifics
* Perform detailed vehicle inspections to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
* Assess issues related to engines, transmissions, brake systems, and other critical components of HGVs.
* Conduct repairs on various vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, and suspension.
* Carry out routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire checks and replacements, and fluid top-ups.
* Implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance vehicle reliability.
* Monitor and record vehicle performance to anticipate potential problems and schedule timely interventions.
* Communicate effectively with the Workshop Controller and the services team to explain repairs and maintenance needs.
* Keep abreast of the latest developments in HGV technology and repair techniques.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Must possess a mechanical or technician background in commercial vehicles, plant, vans, cars, agricultural, construction or any other kind of vehicles and either have experience of IRTEC, BTEC or City & Guilds qualifications or similar. Full training provided