HGV Technician
We have a growing fleet of artics and skip wagons, including our new HVO wagon! As a result, we are looking for a HGV Technician to expand our small, but skilled, workshop team, and undertake regular inspections, proactive maintenance and reactive repairs.
The role
- plan and carry out repairs/maintenance and servicing of our fleet vehicles and trailers
- co-ordinate maintenance activity and achieve timely, prioritised maintenance, repair and servicing, working in partnership with the transport management team
- investigate and diagnose faults, report findings and carry out all repairs to manufacturer’s standards
- ensure that parts, materials and tools are ordered and stocks maintained as required
- inspect tyres/wheels for damages/defects and replace or repair as required
- support the Plant Fitters with plant machinery repairs as required
What you need
- relevant qualification in HGV repair and maintenance, or compensating work experience
- skilled in the maintenance of a wide variety of vehicle, plant and machinery, including the safe use of appropriate tools and equipment
- good understanding of HGV service and maintenance requirements
- proficient in diagnosis and repairs to hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems
- excellent communications skills with the ability to build good working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
- a full, clean driving licence
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The package
- Competitive hourly rate
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 8.00pm, plus alternate Saturdays 7.00am to 12.00pm
- Weekly pay, overtime paid at increased rate
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- Health Care Cash Plan, including dental and optical
- Contributory pension scheme
- Group Life Insurance cover
- Employee Rewards & Benefits Platform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Programme
- Free skip offered each year
- Full PPE and uniform supplied
- Fantastic company events
Why J. Dickinson & Sons?
J Dickinson & Sons are proud to be a family-owned and run company celebrating 85 years in the recycling and skip hire industry. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst serving to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich are expanding, including our new £4.5 million waste processing plant. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.
Our values
J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.
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