Mobile Trailer Technician
| Posting date: | 23 August 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Enhanced overtime rate, bonus scheme, optional private health insurance, refer a friend scheme, 24/7 employee wellbeing support, enhanced employer pension contributions |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 September 2024 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | TruckEast Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 16:00 during probation, then moving to 6:00 to 14:00 or 7:00 to 15:00.
The Mobile Trailer Technician is responsible for maintaining trailers to the relevant standard.
Essential duties and responsibilities
To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to assist and then after an allotted training period perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental regulations and safe working practices are always adhered to
• Use lighting and ventilation only when necessary. Turn off all electrical lighting and equipment when not in use, turn off computers fully and do not leave on standby
• Segregate waste at source and dispose of waste in the correct receptacles / containers, recycling wherever possible
• Ensure that all spillages are cleaned up quickly and effectively using spill kits and absorbent material supplied. Spilled material must be disposed of correctly and responsibly once contained. Use drain covers where necessary, if there is a risk of spilled materials reaching a drainage system / watercourse
• Refer to COSHH information before using a chemical / product for the first time and remain familiar with first aid and spillage information for all substances use
• Only carry out vehicle journeys when necessary. Always drive company vehicles in a fuel saving manner and car-share when possible
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of trailers
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of shutter doors
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on other equipment as and when required and fully trained
Welding as required
Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
Attend disabled vehicles at the roadside or at customer’s premises
Ensure all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that all precautions are taken whilst on the premises
Liaise with parts department to attain parts
Ensure appropriate clocking is made, all job cards and service sheets are completed in a timely manner
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness
Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend training courses
Other general depot duties as designated by the Manager
Candidate requirements
To perform this role successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
• Technical qualifications – City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ qualified Technician
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Current driving licence
Ability to work within a team
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Solution-driven approach
Ability to work under pressure
Computer literate
Good DIY skills
Computer literacy
Leadership skills
Ability to work within guidelines and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
LOLER Trained
HGV licence
Forklift Licence (FLT)
Experience on various tail lift/lifting deck and shutter door manufacturers
Main Dealer workshop experience
TruckEast Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
The Mobile Trailer Technician is responsible for maintaining trailers to the relevant standard.
Essential duties and responsibilities
To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to assist and then after an allotted training period perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental regulations and safe working practices are always adhered to
• Use lighting and ventilation only when necessary. Turn off all electrical lighting and equipment when not in use, turn off computers fully and do not leave on standby
• Segregate waste at source and dispose of waste in the correct receptacles / containers, recycling wherever possible
• Ensure that all spillages are cleaned up quickly and effectively using spill kits and absorbent material supplied. Spilled material must be disposed of correctly and responsibly once contained. Use drain covers where necessary, if there is a risk of spilled materials reaching a drainage system / watercourse
• Refer to COSHH information before using a chemical / product for the first time and remain familiar with first aid and spillage information for all substances use
• Only carry out vehicle journeys when necessary. Always drive company vehicles in a fuel saving manner and car-share when possible
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of trailers
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of shutter doors
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on other equipment as and when required and fully trained
Welding as required
Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
Attend disabled vehicles at the roadside or at customer’s premises
Ensure all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that all precautions are taken whilst on the premises
Liaise with parts department to attain parts
Ensure appropriate clocking is made, all job cards and service sheets are completed in a timely manner
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness
Maintain a thorough and current product knowledge and attend training courses
Other general depot duties as designated by the Manager
Candidate requirements
To perform this role successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
• Technical qualifications – City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ qualified Technician
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Current driving licence
Ability to work within a team
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Solution-driven approach
Ability to work under pressure
Computer literate
Good DIY skills
Computer literacy
Leadership skills
Ability to work within guidelines and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
LOLER Trained
HGV licence
Forklift Licence (FLT)
Experience on various tail lift/lifting deck and shutter door manufacturers
Main Dealer workshop experience
TruckEast Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.