PSV Commercial Mechanic (motor vehicle technician)

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Pay
£40,400 – £47,300 a year
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Weekend availability
Night shift
Monday to Friday

 

Location
Huyton L36 6AN
 
Benefits
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Free or subsidised travel
Free parking
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Full job description

Huyton Travel is well-established operator in Merseyside offering local bus travel. We are seeking to appoint a well-skilled PSV Technician on a full-time basis.

Duties will include.

Routine 6-weekly safety inspections and annual MOT preparation on fleet vehicles.
Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on different makes of buses (Alexander Dennis, Optare, Fiat, Volkswagen & Mercedes).
Accurate fault diagnosing (mechanical and/or electrical) and rectification ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant health and safety policies are adhered to.
Road test vehicle when required (if holder of PSV licence)
Detailed record keeping of planned and completed work, including parts used and ordered.
Work areas can include engines, gearboxes, running gear, electrical systems, and body repairs.
Daily review of driver defect sheets and ensuring that all vehicle defects are reported to the garage foreman.
Attending local breakdowns in and out of hours.
Maintaining a high standard of organisation including cleanliness and tidiness around the workshop.
Essential:

Served a recognised apprenticeship as a Bus Mechanic / PSV Technician and hold a formal qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
Gained a minimum of 2-years’ experience in a similar work environment.
Possess a good knowledge of the DVSA rules and legislation relating to inspections and MOT preparation of PSV vehicles.
Can demonstrate that you can work consistently and safely to a high standard of Health & Safety
Have skills to be a flexible member of the team to adapt to the tasks necessary in the day-to-day operations of the depot.
Hold a full UK license.
Desirable:

Electrical diagnostic skills for vehicle systems and management units.
High degree of welding skills.
Other benefits

Fortnightly pay.
Uniform and workwear provided including PPE on request.
Employee and family ( 2 extra passes) free travel on HTL buses
Own area to store own tools and equipment.
Attendance bonus
Typical schedule:

6pm to 2am
Overtime available 1.5 hourly rate
On call every 6/7 weeks £200 on call bonus (weekend call only Sat 12:30 to Sunday midnight plus 1.5 hourly rate when called out.)
Breakdown van and mobile provided for weekend call.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £40k -£50k per year depending on experience

Schedule:

Night shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability – on call every 6/7 weeks
Application question(s):

Please describe your training history that would qualify you for this role.
Experience:

working with PSV or HGV vehicles: 2 years
(preferred)

Licence/Certification:

PSV Licence (preferred)
Full UK Drivers licence
Expected start date: TBA

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,400.00-£47,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking
Experience:

PSV Mechanic: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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