Vehicle Maintenance Technician

FedEx Group; Leicester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Technician to join their Leicester team. In this role, you will be responsible for the service and repair of a diverse fleet, ensuring vehicles are safe and compliant with legal standards. With a commitment to employee development, this innovative firm offers extensive training and learning resources, making it an ideal environment for those looking to grow in their automotive career. If you are passionate about vehicle maintenance and want to be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Training and on-the-job learning opportunities

Extensive learning resources

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee reduced-rate shipping

Great career opportunities

Qualifications

• Vocational training and relevant licenses required.
• Experience with automotive equipment and troubleshooting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair company fleet vehicles per maintenance schedules.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT testing to ensure compliance.

Skills

LGV C&E license (class one)

Automotive equipment operation

Heavy Vehicle Components handling

Welding experience

D.C. electrical troubleshooting

Valid driving license

Tools

Automotive testing equipment

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Vehicle Maintenance Technician at our Leicester VMU.

Working hours: 40 per week

Shift: Rotating shifts

Week 1: 06:00-14:30 Mon-Fri

Week 2: 12:30-21:00 Mon-Fri

However, flexible hours can be considered for the right candidate.

Salary: Base pay £20.77 per hour. Premia paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm (£2.23 per hour), and 10pm - 6am (£2.70 per hour).

What you will be doing:

1. Performing service and repair of company fleet in line with planned maintenance schedules to ensure our vehicles and trailers are safe, legal and fit for duties.
2. Completing signed service and inspection records.
3. Completing defect reports and associated paperwork to comply with legal requirements.
4. Preparing vehicles and trailers for annual MOT testing to ensure first time pass.
5. Performing ad-hoc vehicle repairs, investigating and rectifying vehicle defects.

What do you bring with you:

1. Your skill and applicable licenses our vocational training, e.g., LGV C&E license (class one).
2. Knowledge of the use and operation of all automotive equipment and testing / troubleshooting equipment.
3. Ability to lift and manoeuvre Heavy Vehicle Components.
4. Experience with welding and basic D.C. electrical troubleshooting skills.
5. Valid driving license.

What do we offer:

1. Attractive compensation package.
2. Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities.
3. Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge.
4. Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract).
5. Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations.
6. Employee reduced-rate shipping.
7. Great career opportunities.
8. FedEx is one of the world's most admired companies and trusted brands year after year.

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.

FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all.