Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Workshop Engineer to join our Service team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working with the team to service and repair a variety of equipment at our depot in Rackheath, Norfolk, including Fork Lifts, Warehouse Equipment and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.
Acclaim is one of the largest independent Materials Handling Companys in England, with 8 Depots spread around the country. With 42 years in the industry, Acclaim are distributors for STILL, Hyundai and Lonking machines, but also look after a wide range of other manufacturers equipment.
Responsibilities
- Repairing Forklift Trucks
Repair of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components
Repairing hydraulic valves and rams
Repairing final drive and gearbox components
Repairing engines and components
- Servicing Forklift Trucks
Responsible for servicing gas, diesel and electric powered forklift trucks
Using a check sheet, checking that the brakes are fully functional, and that the lifting equipment and steering are in correct working order
Changing the oil and filters as necessary
Thorough Examinations pending qualifications
Carry out Preventative Maintenance, such as lubricating steering and lifting equipment.
- Overhaul of Forklift Trucks
Responsible for completing a partial strip-down of gas, diesel, or electric forklift trucks
Responsible for preparing, steam cleaning or painting the chassis’ of forklift trucks
Responsible for bolting / welding on ancillaries to the chassis’
Check voltages and gravities of forklift trucks, using meters and hydrometers.
- New and Used Equipment Preparation
Responsible for the preparation of gas, diesel and electric forklift trucks by performing pre-delivery inspections (PDI’s), using a check-sheet from the manufacturer to check the specifications to meet the customer’s requirements, along with overseeing the despatch and receipt of trucks in and out of the Depot
Experience
- Relevant technical qualification (Desirable not essential)
- Previous experience within a similar role working on ideally Forklifts or Plant equipment of as a minimum cars, vans, HGV or Agricultural machines
- Good understanding of hydraulic, mechanical and electrical principals
- The ability to work independently and under pressure
- Time management skills
- Understanding customer needs
- Full Drivers Licence
What we provide
- 23 days holiday (increasing with service), PLUS bank holidays
- Pension (Standard Life)
- Employee discount platform
- Life Assurance
- Tool Insurance
- Referral Reward Scheme
- Tickets to the O2
- Overtime available
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
