Trailer Technician

Auto Skills UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is recruiting a Trailer Technician for a mixed mobile and workshop role in Nottingham. You will service, repair and inspect trailers, with responsibilities spanning breakdowns, roadside repairs and MOT readiness.

The position offers full-time, permanent employment with Monday-Friday plus Saturday morning on a rota basis, and an attractive salary of up to £40,404 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience with trailers and trailer servicing/repair.
• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills.
• Hands-on technician with practical approach.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain trailers.
• Repair and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose trailer faults and carry out repairs.
• Attend mobile trailer breakdowns and roadside repairs when needed.
• Inspect trailers and prepare for MOT/inspections.
• Complete repair records and paperwork.
• Maintain high Health & Safety standards.
• Support workshop team as required.

Skills

Trailer servicing

Fault finding

Team work

Independent working

Driving licence

Hands-on

Job description

TRAILER TECHNICIAN - MOBILE & WORKSHOP

Location: Nottingham

Salary: Up to £40,404 per annum

Hours: Monday-Friday + every other Saturday morning

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

TRAILER TECHNICIAN - UP TO £40,404

Are you an experienced Trailer Technician or Trailer Mechanic looking for a varied role with a mix of mobile work and workshop-based repairs?

We're looking for a reliable and hands-on Trailer Technician to join a growing team in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced or semi-skilled technician with trailer experience who wants a long-term career, regular Monday-Friday working and the opportunity to increase their earnings through additional Saturday work.

The Role

You'll work across both the workshop and mobile environment, carrying out trailer maintenance, repairs and breakdown work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Servicing and maintaining trailers
• Carrying out mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance
• Diagnosing and rectifying trailer faults
• Attending mobile trailer breakdowns
• Carrying out roadside repairs where required
• Inspecting trailers and identifying defects
• Preparing trailers for MOT and inspections
• Completing repair records and paperwork
• Working safely and maintaining high Health & Safety standards
• Supporting the wider workshop team when required

About You

We're looking for a Trailer Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Trailer Engineer or Semi-Skilled Technician with:

• Previous experience working on trailers
• Trailer servicing and repair experience
• Good mechanical and fault-finding skills
• A practical, hands-on approach
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A reliable and professional attitude
• A full UK driving licence

Semi-skilled technicians with relevant trailer experience are encouraged to apply.

Experience with HGV trailers, semi-trailers, curtainsiders, box trailers or similar equipment would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £40,404 per annum
• Monday-Friday working
• Every other Saturday morning
• Saturday paid at a flat rate
• Mobile and workshop-based position
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Varied trailer maintenance and repair work
• Mobile breakdown experience
• Long-term career opportunity
• Supportive working environment