Forklift Service Engineer (Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)
Location: Bolton & Blackburn Territory
Working Hours: 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: A£32,000 - A£36,000 Starting Salary
Benefits:
- Paid Door to Door Travel (paid for commuting to customers)
- Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0
- Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van (can be used for personal use)
- Fuel Card
- 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension
- Training Package
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- IT Equipment
- Uniform and Washed Weekly
- Shopping/Discount Vouchers
The Forklift Service Engineer role is available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You'll enjoy a field-based role offering comprehensive on-the-job training, an extensive benefits package, and progression routes.
This role is suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. It is also a great career opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry, as the company will fully train you. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, ideally with engine diagnostic and some basic electrical skills.
Responsibilities:
1. Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
2. Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
3. Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent on all machinery and equipment
4. Spares placed in the van overnight
Minimum Requirements:
1. Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment; automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
2. Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
3. Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject
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