Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Truck & Trailer Technician to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of commercial vehicles, including lorries and trailers. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your technical expertise in a dynamic environment, ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of our fleet. Candidates with a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, as well as experience with heavy equipment, are encouraged to apply.
Duties
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on trucks, trailers, and associated equipment.
- Diagnose faults using schematics and electrical diagrams; perform repairs accordingly.
- Carry out fabrication, welding, soldering, and assembly tasks to repair or modify vehicle components.
- Utilise hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment such as excavators and forklifts to complete repairs.
- Repair or replace mechanical parts, electrical wiring, hydraulic systems, and structural components of vehicles.
- Maintain detailed records of work performed and parts utilised.
- Ensure all work complies with safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Assist with the training of junior team members when required.
- Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with clients regarding repairs or maintenance issues.
Experience
- Proven experience in vehicle repair specialising in heavy-duty trucks or trailers.
- Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques, welding, soldering, and electrical systems.
- Ability to read schematics and technical manuals accurately.
- Experience with mechanical assembly, equipment repair, and maintenance procedures.
- Familiarity with operating power tools, hand tools, excavators, forklifts, and other heavy machinery.
- Previous work involving electrical troubleshooting and system diagnostics is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills combined with a customer-focused approach. This role offers an engaging work environment for those passionate about vehicle maintenance and repair within the transport industry. We welcome applications from candidates who meet these requirements and are eager to contribute their expertise to our team.
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
