HCV Technician

Red King Resourcing; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive employer in Reading seeks an experienced HGV Technician for permanent placement. Responsibilities include performing repairs on Mercedes-Benz trucks, conducting inspections, and maintaining vehicle records. Applicants should possess a level 3 qualification in vehicle repair and have a full UK driving license. Competitive salary starting from £37,500 with potential earnings of over £45,000 annually, plus overtime.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance is required.
• Experience in diagnostic and service repairs is essential.
• Current, full UK driving license for relevant vehicle classes is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz trucks.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain workshop inventory and cleanliness.

Skills

Diagnostic and service repairs

Ability to identify worn & faulty components

Full UK driving license for relevant vehicle classes

Education

Level 3 in HGV Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

Job description

Overview

My Automotive client are looking for an HGV Technician on a permanent basis.

Shift information and pay

Day shift

• 40 Hours = 08:00-16:30 with 30 min unpaid lunch break
• Wage = Starting from £37,500 & OTE £45,000+
• Uncapped overtime paid at time and a half

Late shift

• 40 Hours = 16:00-00:00
• Wage = Starting from £37,500 Plus late shift allowance = OTE £52,800
• Uncapped overtime paid at time and half

Responsibilities

• They are looking for a qualified HGV Technician to join their brilliant team at their automotive dealership in Reading. As an HGV Technician, your role will be to keep their customers\' vehicles on the road, via quality, safe and compliant maintenance. The right candidate will be able to deliver an exceptional service and to the highest quality.
• Day to day, you will be:
  • Performing major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz trucks.
  • Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services.
  • Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust.
  • Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles.
  • Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired, using all appropriate modules of Keyloop/Kerridge.
  • Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management.
  • Carry out wheel alignment and tyre fitting.
  • Complete customer documentation while working to agreed time scales.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualification - You will need to be level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and maintenance, plus, will have experience in carrying out diagnostic and service repairs.
• You will need the ability to identify worn & faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards
• You must have a current, full UK driving license for the relevant vehicle classes.

How to apply

To find out more, please send your CV to the relevant email address