HGV Mechanic / Fitter
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Longs of Leeds are a family run haulage Company, based in the Crossgates area of Leeds. We operate a modern fleet of circa 95 vehicles and 150 trailers and are now looking to recruit an HGV Mechanic / Fitter to join our team.
We are a 24-hour operation and the team must work to ensure that vehicles are turned around in a timely manner to minimise downtime. Therefore, the successful applicant must be motivated, enthusiastic and reliable with proven experience working on HGV vehicles and curtain sided trailers.
*Key requirements:*
· Relevant qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ) or proven experience repairing and maintaining HGV vehicles is essential.
· A flexible approach to working hours is required, which will include Saturdays. (10hr shifts)
· IRTEC accreditation desirable.
· Working knowledge of DAF vehicles would be an advantage.
· HGV (C+E) licence would also be an advantage.
*Some of the main duties and responsibilities of the role will include:*
· Inspection and repair of vehicles to DVSA standards including MOT preparation.
· General mechanical and electrical repairs.
· Light accident damage repairs.
· Managing electronic database for vehicle and trailer defects.
· Maintaining vehicle onboard technology – Satnavs / camera’s / tacho downloaders.
· Sourcing parts when required.
· Ensuring paperwork is completed in a timely manner – timesheets / service sheets.
· Offsite working may be required attending some breakdowns / vehicle issues at our Hull depot.
· General housekeeping of the workshop.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £42,182.40 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
- Location:
- Leeds
- Salary:
- £42,182.4 a year
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Install