Mobile Sales & Service Technician – Watford

Pirtek UK Ltd.; Watford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hydraulic service provider is seeking a Mobile Hydraulic Field Service Technician for their Watford location. The role involves servicing hydraulic hose repairs both on-site and in the workshop. Key qualifications include a strong mechanical background, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and will participate in a 24-hour on-call rota. This position offers a competitive salary plus commission and a commitment to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Self motivated individuals who can work well as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete an online driving licence check.
• Ability to present yourself professionally to customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional On-site Hose Replacement Service to customers.
• Maintain stock levels and perform routine maintenance on the Mobile Sales and Service Unit.
• Actively promote products and services to existing and prospective customers.
• Attend Pirtek training courses as requested by management.

Skills

Self motivated

Good communication skills

Good manual dexterity

Basic mechanical knowledge

Education

Full driving licence required

Job description

Salary Salary plus open ended commission and bonus scheme

Address Unit 10 The Empire Centre Imperial Way Watford Herts WD24 4YH

We have a job opportunity at Pirtek Watford.

Pirtek are a nationwide network of hydraulic hose professionals, helping to keep businesses from every sector moving, minimising operational downtime throughout the UK and Ireland.

We are seeking an outgoing and competitive Mobile Hydraulic Field Service Technician servicing hydraulic hoses repairs in our Pirtek centre and on site in surrounding areas.

We are looking for self motivated individuals who can work well as part of a team. We would prefer experience in a mechanical plant or engineering background and will offer training for the right person. There will be an after hours call out roster which is on a 24 hour basis which you will be expected to undertake and includes weekends and bank holidays all year round. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to complete an online driving licence check.

The central role will be to provide a professional On-site Hose Replacement Service to Pirtek customers. This role will include being part of a 24 hr ‘on-call’ rota with other franchise technicians.

Candidates will be expected to actively promote Pirtek products and services to existing and prospective customers throughout their given territory.

The candidate is expected to maintain the highest levels of health and safety practice including the mandatory use of Personal Protective Equipment where applicable

The day to day management of a Mobile Sales and Service Unit (MSSU) to include:

• Maintaining sufficient stock levels within the MSSU as per a franchise supplied stock list.
• Performing routine maintenance checks in accordance with the MSSU defect checklist
• Ensuring the MSSU is kept clean and tidy inside and outside
• Managing all Pirtek supplied documentation within the MSSU including technical and procedural updates

To provide assistance to Centre staff within the franchise when requested

To attend Pirtek training courses as requested by management

Good personal presentation and adherence to Pirtek policies and procedures

Basic mechanical knowledge

Good manual dexterity and physical ability

Good communication skills both orally and in writing

The ability to present yourself in a professional and courteous manner to customers and staff

The ability to work unsupervised and to time constraints

Ability to effectively communicate technical information to engineering personnel

Successful completion of the Pirtek Induction and Training programmes (based in Birmingham) and subsequent on-site assessments as requested by management

• Ideal person to have plant or motor trade background or experience with hydraulics
• Work experience in a technical/engineering environment advantageous but not essential

Educational requirements

Full driving licence required

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