HGV Service Technician

Auto Skills UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Reading is seeking an experienced HGV Service Technician to maintain and repair heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring safety, reliability and compliance. The role features a 40-hour week with alternating shifts and a basic salary up to £40,000 per annum plus OTE £58,375.

You will carry out servicing, diagnose faults, and work efficiently under time pressures while following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• At least three years' hands-on experience as an HGV Technician.
• A relevant technical qualification or proven practical experience.
• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills.
• A proactive, problem-solving approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs.
• Identifying problems and finding effective solutions.
• Working efficiently under time pressures while maintaining high standards.
• Following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical fault finding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Hands-on experience

Education

Technical qualification

Job description

HGV Service Technician

Basic Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
OTE: £58,375 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, alternating shifts
Location: Reading

Are you an experienced HGV Technician looking for excellent earning potential, manufacturer training and the opportunity to develop your technical skills?

The Role

As an HGV Service Technician, you will help maintain and repair heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and compliant with relevant standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs
• Identifying problems and finding effective solutions
• Working efficiently under time pressures while maintaining high standards
• Following health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• At least three years' hands-on experience as an HGV Technician
• A relevant technical qualification or proven practical experience
• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills
• A proactive, problem-solving approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills