Maintenance Fitter

About Textron Specialized Vehicles

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under brands including E-Z-GO, Cushman, TUG, and Douglas. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves.

Opportunity

We are looking for a Maintenance Fitter to join our facility in Poyle, Slough, where we provide maintenance to non-powered ground support equipment, such as cargo trailers and baggage handling trailers, hence our close proximity to Heathrow Airport. The required Maintenance Fitter will work in a team to service and repair cargo movement/handling equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Inspect, repair, and service the cargo movement/handling equipment. Tasks include but are not limited to the maintenance of the following:
• Cable Drum Brakes
• Wheel Bearings
• Conveyor Roller Beds
• Chassis & Turntable
• Welding
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required within the company.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience Required:

We are looking for a responsible, highly motivated, and flexible individual.

Essential:

• A rudimentary understanding of simple mechanical systems;
• Previous mechanical systems experience, gained via previous employment, college, or hobbies/interests;
• Hands-on attitude and experience;
• Entry Level (L2) English Literacy Skills;
• Ability to work well under pressure;
• A driven approach to learning in a practical environment;
• Capable of working individually and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Welding experience

The post holder will also be subject to security checks which will require a criminal record check and must be able to provide five years of education/employment references.