Brownhills Motorhomes are currently seeking a Trainee Motorhome Repair Technician; this is an exciting opportunity to join our busy team.
We are the UK's largest Motorhome dealer and one-stop destination for all Motorhome requirements. We sell new and used motorhomes, parts and accessories, undertake motorhome services/repairs and have an onsite cafe and leisure facilities. We employ around 200 staff at our 13-acre site.
Job Description
Working alongside one of our technicians, you will be trained and ultimately responsible for body repair work on motorhomes, including water ingress damage repairs and bodywork accident damage.
You will be involved with insulating and ply lining vehicles with wood and metalwork tasks to complete essential repairs.
Key Tasks
1. Carrying out insurance, warranty and retail bodyshop repairs to motorhomes.
2. Removing and replacing internal and external skirts, vents, trims, seals and fixings.
3. Removing and replacing internal furniture structures.
4. Removing and replacing internal timber plywood walls, ceilings, and shower walls.
5. Manufacturing bespoke furniture parts if required.
6. Re-sealing internal and external rails, body panels, and body joints.
7. Working with GRP and plastic panels.
8. Writing full reports on work carried out.
9. Using a camera to download pictures of work carried out to support warranty claims.
Skills Required
The successful candidate will be confident with a cheerful nature, punctual, and have the ability to meet strict deadlines and work under their own initiative.
* Hold a valid full UK car driving license.
* Excellent DIY and problem-solving skills.
* Experience in joinery.
* Good time management skills and ability to follow specific instructions.
* Basic computer skills.
* Experience with fabrication metal work (not essential).
* Ability to work well within a team.
Salary
£24,800 during training (1-2 years depending on experience/skills), rising to £30k+ following training.
Hours of Work
Working a 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern.
Additional Benefits
* Life Insurance
* Private Medical Insurance
* Pension
* Free use of on-site swimming pool, sauna, hot tub
* Staff discount in our on-site café and accessory shop
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