HGV Technician

HGV/Breakdown Technician needed

£52,000 - £59,000 ( OTE) per annum

Reading

Our client, a family-owned commercial vehicle dealership, is seeking for a HGV Technician/ Breakdown Technician to join their team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for completing routine maintenance inspections, servicing, general repairs right up to in-depth diagnosis, gearbox, engine replacements - wherever your skillset will take you. The dealership will also commit to developing you further to increase your knowledge of our Brands. When required candidate will be provided breakdown cover on our rota which brings additional earning opportunities.

Role: HGV/Breakdown Technician

Salary: £52,000 - £59,000 (OTE) per annum

Hours: Basic hours are 40 per week ;Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm and 1.00pm to 10pm (one hour unpaid lunch)

Location: Reading

Roadside Assistance element:

• Bank Holidays on call paid at Double Time.
• Use of Company Vehicle for week on call.
• Roadside Training where applicable and needed.
• On Call Rota.
• Paid Standby Rates per £40.00 per night - that’s an additional £6,720.00. Hours worked outside your working week paid at 1 ½ - once 40 hours worked.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification or proven technical experience
• Problem Solver - Actively seeking solutions
• Open Communicator - Encouraging collaboration
• Team Player - Working together to achieve goals
• Organised - Keeping to deadlines
• Flexible - Willing to take on a variety of tasks
• Health and Safety - Understanding of health and safety requirements
• Level 3 Qualification desired, however, we will consider time served applications over 5 years with proven experience
• LGV/HGV/PCV Licence an advantage
• Roadside Assistance Training qualification an advantage
• Bus and coach experience an advantage
• IRTEC accreditation desirable but not essential as we have IRTEC courses available

Benefits:

• 30 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
• Additional leave with service loyalty (3yrs / 5yrs / 7yrs / 10yrs)
• Holiday+ Purchase Scheme (up to 3 days available to purchase)
• Overtime available - weekdays and weekends
• Employer pension
• Accident Policy for all employees
• Tool Insurance
• Free Class IV MOT per year