Service Technician

Rea Valley Tractors Ltd.; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agricultural machinery dealer as a skilled technician, where your expertise in diagnostics and repairs will contribute to maintaining top-quality equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work both in a workshop and in the field, ensuring that you can apply your mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge effectively. With a commitment to ongoing training and career development, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values teamwork and safety. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health care plans and generous holiday allowances, while making a significant impact in the agricultural sector.

Benefits

Up to 27 days holiday

Health care cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and Career Opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend bonus £500

Long Service Award

Life Event Day

Qualifications

• Experience in service repairs and maintenance of agricultural or plant equipment.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on agricultural or plant equipment.
• Complete reports and administration to a high quality.

Skills

Service Repairs

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Teamwork

Use of Standard Computer Applications

Ability to Work Extended Hours

Education

Certification in Plant Engineering

Certification in Automotive Engineering

Certification in Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Standard Workshop Tools

Job description

Hours of Work: 8am to 5pm with a 1 hour lunch break

• Up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) depending on length of service.
• 2 x basic salary death in service payment, payable to your nominated recipient
• Health care cash plan that covers some costs towards dental treatment, NHS prescriptions, Annual health checks etc
• Benefits platform giving discounts on major supermarket shops, high street vendors, holidays and gym memberships.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and Career Opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend bonus £500 per person – terms apply
• Long Service Award 10, 20 and 30 years
• Life Event Day – Getting Married, moving house or graduating

Part of the Dunstall Holdings Groups, Rea Valley Tractors (RVT) was established over 40 years ago and is a leading regional agricultural machinery dealer. We supply an extensive range of agricultural machinery throughout Shropshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, mid and North Wales, Cheshire and Lancashire and also sell high-quality used equipment across the UK and abroad. We have seven depots in Newport (Shropshire), Shrewsbury, Cubley, Welshpool, Middlewich, Ormskirk, Denbigh and Knighton.

About the Role
Performs diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or company owned equipment based upon current certified training. The role has no direct reports and reports directly to Workshop Manager and Service Manager. This role requires the candidate to work outside normal business hours as needed. Overtime compensation will be provided in accordance with company policy.

Responsibilities
On a day-to-day basis you will (this list is not exhaustive):

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on agricultural or plant equipment in a workshop and/or field environment
• Completes all reports and administration required in a timely manner and to a high quality (job cards, time sheets)
• Follows all safety rules and regulations
• Completes all training programmes to further develop skills and knowledge in a timely manner
• Maintains a clean work environment, assists with overall workshop organisation, ensures correct use of tools and vehicles at all times

Candidate Requirements

• Experience performing service repairs
• Ability to perform repairs and maintenance using correct tools and equipment, following approved techniques
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Ability to use standard computer applications, internet and manufacturers service portals
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Familiar with manufacturers products
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Certification in Plant, Automotive, Agricultural engineering or equivalent
• Full, clean driving licence essential for field roles
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends