Hands-on Tool Mechanic: Small Tools & Equipment Maintenance

GAP Group Limited; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Group Limited is seeking a hands-on Tool Mechanic to service and repair a broad range of tooling within its fleet, ensuring safety and readiness for hire. You will diagnose faults, carry out maintenance, and keep accurate service records as part of a motivated depot team.

This role offers real career progression in a family-run business with strong UK presence, investment in equipment, and a culture that values colleagues.

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical experience, preferably in plant hire.
• Experience with petrol and electrical tools would be highly beneficial.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A customer-focused mindset and a collaborative team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining a wide range of small tool equipment within the GAP fleet.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Accurately updating service records and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Supporting the depot team to ensure equipment availability and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Petrol tools experience

Electrical tools experience

Attention to detail

Customer-focused

Team player

Driving licence (preferred)

Tools

Petrol tools

Electrical tools

Saws

Grinders

Drills

Job description

GAP Group Limited is seeking a hands-on Tool Mechanic to service and repair a broad range of tooling within its fleet, ensuring safety and readiness for hire. You will diagnose faults, carry out maintenance, and keep accurate service records as part of a motivated depot team.

This role offers real career progression in a family-run business with strong UK presence, investment in equipment, and a culture that values colleagues.