Hgv Technician - Hgv Mechanic

A major truck, HGV and van manufacturer is looking for a number of qualified HGV Technicians to be responsible for the mechanical and electrical repair, preventative maintenance and modification of the HGV & Van fleet and customer vehicles, in their specialised workshop.
ROLE: HGV TechnicianLOCATION: ReadingHOURLY RATE:£21 per hour, plus overtime at 1.3HOURS: 42.5. Different Shifts Available, Saturdays will be on a rota, currently 1 in 4. This will be paid as over time at a rate of 1.3x hourly rate.

Bonus: £300 monthly bonus paid on your efficiency

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, Private Healthcare, sick pay, 10% Pension.

ROLE:

Carry out preventative maintenance in accordance with company policies and procedures

Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical defects on all vehicles and related ancillary equipment, replacing parts as and when necessary in line with Company and legislative requirements

Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation to the required standard

Continually identify possible warranty claims and escalate these to the appropriate person

4. Dimensions and Limits of Authority

Authorise repair expenditure within designated limits

5. Qualifications

Fully skilled HGV mechanic, through a recognised formal training programme

Class 1 or 2 Driving licence nice to have

6. Experience

Post qualification workshop experience in heavy goods vehicle repairs and maintenance

7. Additional Duties

Ensure shift workload is completed to the required standard

Ensure the planned workload is completed

Ensure that unplanned work is completed and resolved to a conclusion satisfactory to the customer

Communicate vehicle status with customers when required

Ensure all customers are dealt with promptly, efficiently and courteously

Answer telephones and deal with queries or escalate where necessary

Remain up to date with the latest vehicle technology and changes by attending Company training programmes.