Senior Service Technician

Mainline Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of lifting equipment in the UK is seeking a Senior Service Technician to join their team in Swadlincote. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and maintaining a wide range of Powered Access equipment. Applicants should have proven mechanical and electrical experience and the ability to diagnose and repair faults quickly. The role offers a competitive remuneration package and professional development opportunities. This position emphasizes a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical and/or electrical experience with Powered Access, forklifts, telehandlers, or similar plant equipment.
• Ability to quickly diagnose and repair faults.
• Responsibilities for servicing equipment to manufacturer standards.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair plant and access equipment on site and at depot.
• Carry out relevant administration regarding job cards and test certificates.
• Deal with customer queries including fault finding over the telephone.

Skills

Mechanical experience with Powered Access

Electrical experience with plant equipment

Fault diagnosis

Strong communication skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Service Technician looking to take the next step in your career? If so, Mainline Group are looking for a Senior Service Technician to join the Service team!

Location: Swadlincote, DE11 9DF

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, permanent

About Us

Established in 1982, Mainline is one of the UK's leading providers of specialist Powered Access, Lifting, and Handling equipment. Our loyal staff are vital to the success of our business and we seek to reward them with industry leading levels of remuneration including sharing the company profits that they helped generate. We operate one of the youngest and most up-to-date hire fleets within the UK today and this is supported by highly skilled staff who receive continuous training and development. Whilst we work hard, we also have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where colleagues look out for each other. We prioritise a work-life balance and want our employees to have a fantastic family life which is why we almost never work weekends!

Senior Service Technician - The Role

As a Senior Service Technician at Mainline, you'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of Powered Access, Lifting and Handling Equipment both in the depot and on customer sites. You'll ensure all equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for use, maintaining the high standards our customers expect. Reporting to the Workshop Foreman and to the Service Manager in their absence, you'll work closely with the wider service team to deliver efficient, high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities

• To service and repair plant and access equipment on site and at depot
• To carry out relevant administration with regards to job cards, test certificates booking in and out on the system
• To order parts ensuring they are the most cost effective solution
• To deal with customer queries including fault finding over the telephone
• To inform the Service Manager of repairs which are under warranty or of an urgent nature
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, quality, and environmental standards

Senior Service Technician - You

• Have proven mechanical and/or electrical experience with Powered Access, forklifts, telehandlers, or similar plant equipment
• Can quickly diagnose and repair faults, keeping machines operational for customer projects
• Take responsibility for servicing equipment to manufacturer and company standards, ensuring every machine passes safety checks
• Are confident in completing accurate job documentation
• Strong communication skills
• Consistently follow Health & Safety, quality, and environmental standards

Benefits

At Mainline our people are the cornerstone of our success. We're committed to offering a workplace that supports your ambitions, rewards your efforts and most importantly recognises your value!

• Competitive remuneration package including profit share
• Supportive working environment
• Chance to work within a friendly, experienced team
• Professional development opportunities
• Strong team culture that is supportive and collaborative
• A growing company with real potential for career progression and personal development

We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud of our local community, we welcome applications from anyone who feels they have the relevant experience and skills required to make a positive contribution to our business.

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