Trainee Commercial Tyre Fitter

Truckforce (part of Goodyear Tyres UK) are looking for Tyre Fitters to join our growing business! With 13 hubs across the UK, we have vacancies for various locations.

We provide the training and development, by training our technicians with hands on experience as well as gaining a C&G certificate in Roadside Breakdowns and Bus and Truck Tyre Fitting.

In addition, we provide security with a basic salary, plus you can earn more doing call outs and overtime! Typically, you can earn between £30 – 35k. You will be provided with marketing leading equipment, your own van and the best health and safety procedures and training that is all paid for you!

If you like what you have read so far, please read below for some more information on this role, or you can even pop by one of our hubs to learn more!

About TruckForce:

Our TruckForce service network is made up of Goodyear equity-owned hubs and independent service providers specialising in the lifecycle management of truck tyres. Goodyear tyres are the product of over 100 years of innovation and state-of-the-art technology, offering very high levels of performance and safety and is a brand that is looking for several Tyre Fitters to support them all the way through their career.

Role and Responsibilities:

• To provide a fully comprehensive service to meet customer requirements and deliver first in service standards via SLA or individual instructions.
• Attend customer sites/premises and deliver SLA service to fleet.
• Complete all job cards/fleet inspections and associated paperwork to company standards
• Attend roadside breakdowns and work to H&S standards (day or night)
• Maintain van and issued equipment to highest standard of care

Who we are looking for:

• Someone who has a recognised qualification in Tyre Fitting (Bus, Truck & Coach and Roadside Breakdown) is desired.
• Someone who is looking to get into the industry with a passion for tyre fitting and delivering top customer service. We will provide training so that you will become accredited with a City and Guilds qualification.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential
• Confident in using electronic devices e.g. a tablet and computer
• Experience of dealing with customers face to face or via telephone/email
• Able to manage and prioritise your own workload
• Diligent and health and safety minded
• A motivated individual able to work as part of a team and individually.

What will you receive in return for your hard work?

• A competitive salary + the opponent to earn more with call outs and overtime!
• 24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Life assurance
• An excellent pension scheme
• 4 free tyres annually for your personal vehicle (after 12 months continuous service)
• Discount shopping scheme
• A TruckForce uniform and enhanced maternity / paternity benefits
• We offer a £500 sign on bonus for skilled technicians, paid in 2 installments (T&Cs apply)
• Competitive bonus scheme with Goodyear

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexible working patterns available
• Overtime and call outs
• Weekends

Warehouse Operative / Driver / Mechanic / Engineer / Outdoors / Tyre Fitter / Commercial Tyre Technician