Trailer Technician

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Low Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to £560/month

32 days holiday

Training & development opportunities

Forklift certification potential

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd. in Bolton is seeking an experienced Trailer Technician to join a busy workshop team. This is a hands-on role in a supportive environment with opportunities for ongoing training and development in trailer assembly and repair.

The position offers a salary up to £33,000 OTE, including a bonus scheme of up to £560 per month, plus 32 days holiday. Standard Mon-Fri hours are 9am-5pm, with a half-hour lunch break, and forklift training support may be available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Trailer Technician or similar workshop role.
• Mechanical aptitude with trailer repairs knowledge.
• Familiarity with hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Full valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Willingness to undergo forklift truck training if not already qualified.
• Strong commitment to health and safety policies.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair customer and company trailers in accordance with scheduled plans.
• Record all work completed and parts used on job sheets provided by the Sales Team.
• Maintain accurate records of trailers within the hire fleet for servicing purposes.
• Complete repairs on trailers and assist with assembly and modification of flat pack trailers.
• Support the Towbar Technician and assist with fitting towbars.
• Keep the workshop tidy; ensure tools are properly maintained and report any faults.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers as needed.
• Drive company vehicles to attend customer trailers, maintaining a full UK driving licence.
• Assist with stock takes and perform other reasonable tasks as directed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Teamwork

UK driving licence

Forklift training

Health & safety

Organisational skills

Job description

Our client, a well-established and reputable company in Bolton, is seeking an experienced Trailer Technician to join their busy workshop team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled motor trade professional who is passionate about trailer repairs and maintenance, and thrives in a hands-on, workshop environment. The successful Trailer Technician will have the chance to work within a supportive team whilst earning a competitive salary with achievable bonuses.

• - Salary up to £33,000 OTE, including bonus scheme of up to £560 per month (dependent on branch performance)
• - 32 days holiday including bank holidays
• - Standard Monday to Friday working hours, 9am - 5pm, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break
• - Opportunities for ongoing training and development in trailer assembly and repair
• - Supportive team environment within a top-performing branch
• - Potential support for forklift truck certification and other industry accreditations

Duties of the Trailer Technician:

• - Service and repair customer and company trailers in accordance with scheduled plans
• - Record all work completed and parts used on job sheets provided by the Sales Team
• - Maintain accurate records of trailers within the hire fleet for servicing purposes
• - Complete repairs on trailers and assist with assembly and modification of flat pack trailers
• - Support the Towbar Technician and assist with fitting towbars
• - Keep the workshop tidy; ensure tools are properly maintained and report any faults
• - Provide technical advice and support to customers as needed
• - Drive company vehicles to attend customer trailers, maintaining a full UK driving licence
• - Assist with stock takes and perform other reasonable tasks as directed

Requirements:

• - Proven experience as a Trailer Technician or similar workshop role
• - Mechanical aptitude with a good understanding of trailer repairs and maintenance
• - Familiarity with hand tools and workshop equipment
• - Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• - Full valid UK driving licence is essential
• - Willingness to undergo forklift truck training if not already qualified
• - Strong commitment to health and safety policies
• - Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail