LCV (Vans) Technician

Red King Resourcing; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Van Technician in Reading. In this role, you will perform major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz vans and ensure high-quality maintenance. A Level 3 qualification in LCV Vehicle Repair is required, along with a full UK driving license. Join a brilliant team dedicated to exceptional service in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in carrying out major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz vans.
• Ability to identify worn & faulty components in accordance with DVSA Standards.
• Current, full UK driving license for relevant vehicle classes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Diagnostic and service repairs

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Level 3 NVQ or City and Guilds in LCV Vehicle Repair

Job description

Overview

My Automotive client are looking for an experienced and qualified van technician to join their brilliant team at a dealership in Reading. As a Van 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 to the highest quality.

Responsibilities

• Performing major and minor repairs to Mercedes-Benz vans
• 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 & Behaviours

• Qualification - You will need to be level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in LCV Vehicle Repair and maintenance, plus, will have experience in carrying out diagnostic and service repairs. You will need to identify worn & faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards and have a current, full UK driving license for the relevant vehicle classes.
• Resilience - A resilient person with strong coping skills to draw on when life presents challenges.
• Motivation - Essential for personal and team success; being motivated is a key part of being a brilliant team player.
• Attention to Detail - Precision in diagnosing issues and conducting repairs to ensure vehicles meet safety and performance standards.
• Time Management - Ability to prioritise and complete tasks within time frames to meet customer demands and maintain workshop efficiency.

How to Apply

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