HGV and LCV Technicians - Team Valley

Bell Truck and Van; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company as an HGV or LCV Technician in state-of-the-art workshops. This exciting role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicles, ensuring high productivity and quality workmanship. You'll be part of an ambitious team focused on delivering exceptional service and customer satisfaction. The company is committed to investing in your professional growth through ongoing training and development. With competitive salaries and a supportive work environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for skilled technicians looking to advance their careers. Be part of something special and make a difference in the automotive industry!

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Competitive Holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV and LCV repair within a franchised dealership is essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz range.
• Service vehicles according to the manufacturer's schedule.
• Support development of trainees and apprentices.

Skills

HGV experience

LCV experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Relevant Technician qualifications

Tools

Workshop information systems

Star technology

Job description

Due to our recent move, we are currently seeking to recruit time-served, experienced HGV and LCV Technicians across all shift patterns to our brand new state-of-the-art workshops at Team Valley.

The ideal candidates will have previous experience within a franchised dealership. Our technicians will be part of an ambitious team and work within a busy service department to facilitate the smooth and efficient running of the department and ensure it meets its targets. Applicants must be able to work effectively as part of a team, be pro-active in their approach, and have excellent communication skills.

Relevant Technician qualifications and specific commercial vehicle experience are essential, as is attention to detail. Our technicians are expected to ensure the highest possible levels of productivity and efficiency, quality of workmanship, and production finish to sustain customer confidence in the service provided. All applicants will be required to follow the company's shift patterns.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose faults and repair the Mercedes Benz product from the Mercedes-Benz range.
• Service vehicles according to the manufacturers' schedule.
• Diagnose and repair faults using the technology (Star) and all available workshop information systems.
• Fit accessories to vehicles.
• Carry out final inspections and function tests on all work that requires it.
• Attend vehicle breakdowns on behalf of the company and complete roadside repairs.
• Identify warranty items and ensure that parts are labelled correctly and placed in the designated area.
• Obtain parts from the parts department ensuring paperwork is completed accurately.
• Support the development of any trainees and apprentices.
• Ensure that the workshop facilities, equipment, and tools are kept clean, tidy, and maintained.

Benefits include:

• Mercedes Benz ongoing training and development - face to face and online
• Competitive Holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme

Bell Truck and Van | BLS Truck and Van Mercedes-Benz are a dynamic and rapidly expanding company. We are investing heavily in new development including a new parts department at our Billingham site, dedicated new Van Centre for sales and aftersales on our current Stockton site, as well as our brand new, increased capacity flagship Truck and Van sales and aftersales centre at Team Valley. We pride ourselves on developing and investing in our people as well as our facilities. We want the very best people on our team, and there are vast opportunities for personal growth and progression within our business for the very best candidates. Be a part of something special.

Shifts and Salary:

LCV Technician - 4 on 4 off Day Shift: 7:00am to 7:30pm (Salary - up to £38K, depending upon experience)
HGV Technician - 4 on 4 off Day Shift: 6:00am - 6:30pm (Salary £46,000 - £48,000 dependant on experience and certification.)
HGV Technician - Night Shift: 6:30pm - 7:00am Mon - Thurs/Tues - Fri (48 Hrs per week). No weekends. (Salary £53,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience and certification.)