Trailer Service Technician — Above‑Award Pay + Tool Allowance

CMV Truck & Bus Dandenong

Geelong

On-site

AUD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Tool allowance

Uniform and PPE

Tool insurance

Dinner dance (yearly)

Christmas hamper

Job summary

CMV Truck & Bus Derrimut is seeking a proactive Trades Assistant to support trailer service teams across multiple brands. You will assist technicians with repairs, greasing, and inspections, while maintaining documentation and WHS standards.

A rotating Saturday roster applies, with above-award pay and tool allowance. Experience with automotive trailers and use of handheld/power tools is preferred; an HC/HR licence would be an advantage though not essential.

Qualifications

Previous experience as a Trades Assistant in the automotive industry.
Ability to deliver high-quality workmanship.
Experience using handheld power tools and air tools.
Ability to work unsupervised and within a team.
HC or HR licence would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Assist technicians with trailers services and repairs; grease chassis, inspect steering, suspension and brakes.
Remove wheels, repack bearings, adjust brakes; replace worn parts.
Repair or replace damaged parts incl. brakes, tires and suspension.
Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
Complete service sheets and job-related documents.
Work a rotating Saturday roster; maintain WHS standards.