Field Service Technician

Durateam Environmental; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician. The role involves performing LOLER inspections, maintaining equipment, and providing training on non-mechanical equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a LOLER qualification, a valid CSCS card, and strong repair skills to ensure optimal equipment performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Strong welding skills, preferably coded welding experience.
• Ability to deliver training sessions confidently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough LOLER inspections on lifting equipment.
• Diagnose and perform onsite repairs on equipment.
• Carry out welding repairs on tipping skips.

Skills

Plant maintenance

Welding

Attention to detail

Training delivery

Education

LOLER qualification

CSCS card

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining equipment safety and functionality, with a focus on LOLER inspections, forklift skip repairs, and various non-mechanical equipment maintenance tasks on multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Onsite LOLER Inspections: Conduct thorough inspections on all types of lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER procedures and compliance standards.
• Onsite Repairs: Diagnose and perform repairs on equipment and other plant assets, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Weld Repairs: Carry out welding repairs—primarily on tipping skips—including coded welding on critical components such as lifting eyes.
• Skip Inspections: Perform inspections in line with the tipping skip checklist, and complete necessary repairs as identified.
• Onsite Training: Deliver training sessions to site operatives on the safe and efficient use of both mechanical and non-mechanical equipment.
• Paperwork: Complete detailed reports and inspection checklists for all tasks, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Stock Management: Maintain and manage van stock, monitor inventory levels, and request resupplies as needed to support ongoing maintenance tasks.
• General Maintenance: Carry out other general repair and maintenance tasks on non-mechanical plant equipment as required.

Requirements:

• LOLER qualification (essential).
• Valid CSCS card (essential).
• Proven experience in plant maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Strong welding skills; coded welding experience preferred.
• Ability to deliver training sessions confidently and clearly.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and travel within the designated area.

If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about providing exceptional plant maintenance services, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today by sending your CV and cover letter.