Workshop and HGV Mechanic (Blackpool, Lancashire)

JD Macadam Son (Rescue) Ltd
Blackpool
2 days ago
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Location: FY4 4NW, Blackpool, Lancashire, Lancashire, North West, UKHGV Workshop Technician / Heavy RecoveryBlackpoolDepotJob PurposeResponsible for fixing problems associated with Customer and Company vehicles. To perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, such as oil change, tyre, rotation and other tasks to prevent premature wear and tear.Contribute towards the health and safety of all employees under direct management.Deliver a high level of customer service on behalf of all work providers and in a safe and professional manner.This position will require out of hours and overtime.Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:To be able to use or source various diagnostic tools and procedures to determine the root cause of problemsUsing hand tools and astute observation, to determine the cause of the issueCorrecting defects requiredWelding to fix problemsTo have extensive knowledge of a variety of service schedules for many makes and models of vehicles.Keeping the garage stocked with basic items such as fluids, filters and other commonly used itemsGood communication with regular customers in order to resolve issuesAssemble and fit parts Maintain tools to ensure safe and efficient operationsDetermine what materials and equipment are needed for a given jobCarry out daily maintenance and safety checks on vehicles and on board equipment, or such other checks as may be required by statute, or as instructedDrive the Company vehicles specified by your Manager, giving due regard to other road users, and comply at all times with the current statutory vehicle and road traffic regulationsProvided a rapid response to stranded motoristsEffect road side repairsGive assurance to vulnerable drivers, general motoring advice and customer supportProvided workshop repairs to get customers back on the road in the shortest time possibleAssist with loading and off -loading of customers vehicles as necessary, signing for loads where applicableAssisting with the loading and off

loading of vehicles at the Companys premisesComplete worksheets and other records daily as requiredCarry out other duties as may reasonably be associated with your position, are within your capabilities and competence normally carried out in the course of the Companys businessKey Requirements:Excellent knowledge of various makes and models of vehiclesTo be reliable, adaptable and flexible to work demandsRequiresgood communication skillsMonday to Friday 08.00 until 17.00Due to the Companies variable workload you will be required to be on callTPBN1_UKTJ

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