Job Description
At WM Armstrong, we pride ourselves on our safe working environment, our excellent culture of teamwork and our strong family values.nnnWe are currently looking for a HGV Technician to join our Armstrong Vehicle Centre team at our Longtown depot, previously known as Cumbria Trucks Centre.nnnIn this role, you will be responsible for carrying out mechanical and electrical repairs, servicing and maintaining modern and varied vehicles, including cars, vans, commercial vehicles including HGV's /LGV's and trailers.nnn Key Responsibilities nnn Provide top quality service to our customersnn Maintain a wide range of vehiclesnn Carry out servicing, mechanical and electrical repairs, preventative maintenance to customer vehicles.nn Carry out diagnostics and ensure vehicle repaired in compliance with company and legislative requirements.nn Communicate with internal stakeholders and external customers daily.nn Remain up to date, as relevant, with the latest vehicle technology, DVSA inspection standards, changes in MOT legislation and working practices.nnn Requirements nnn Relevant certifications or qualifications in mechanical engineering would be advantageous but not essential.nn Previous experience in a similar role preferrednn Excellent Communication skillsnn Strong problem-solving skillsnn UK driving licence essentialnn Class 1 or Class 2 licence preferablennn What We Offer nnn Competitive pay of £20.60 per hournn Overtime rates, outside of contractual hours, paid at 1.5x or 2x basic ratenn On call allowance of £100 per week, with minimum call out and hours paidnn 42.5 hours per week Monday – Friday, working dayshift and backshift hours, with Saturday mornings based on a rota.nn Ongoing training and development opportunitiesnn 30 days annual leave, with additional days awarded each year up to a maximum of 33nn Supportive and experienced team environmentnn Stable employment within a well-established businessnn Life insurancenn Medicash benefit schemenn Training and development supportnnnWe would also invite applications from anyone who is currently working their way towards full qualifications, we can consider how we can support you with your training and ensure you get competitive rates of pay during your training, getting you on to the full rates as soon as possible.nnnIf this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!nnnIf you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply Button now.nnnAs part of our commitment to safety and wellbeing, applicants will be asked to complete a routine drug and alcohol test during the interview and assessment process.nnn_If you have not received a response from us within four weeks of submitting your application to us, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion as unfortunately, we are not able to respond to all candidate applications as we would wish. We reserve the right to close vacancies at any time once we have received sufficient applications, we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment._nnnPay: £20.60 per hournnnBenefits:nn Additional leavenn Company pensionnn Life insurancenn On-site parkingnnnApplication question(s):nn Do you have any previous experience of working as a Vehicle Technician?nn Do you have the relevant certifications/qualifications in mechanical engineering or are you working towards them?nnnWork Location: In person
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