HGV Technician
Role: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic
Location: Reading, RG2 0QX
Hours: 45 hours per week | 9 hours per day between 06:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday
Salary: between £47,582.54 and £51,031.61 pa DOE
We're looking for a skilled HGV Technician to join our Aftermarket team, carrying out maintenance, servicing and repairs on our specialist fleet. This is a hands-on role where you'll use your technical expertise to diagnose faults, solve problems and deliver high-quality work that keeps vehicles safe, compliant and on the road.
What you'll be doing
Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment
Servicing and maintaining vehicles to industry and company standards
Preparing vehicles for MOT inspections and completing quality checks
Carrying out body, chassis and hydraulic repairs as required
Using diagnostic tools and systems to identify and resolve issues
Completing job records accurately and updating workshop systems
Working closely with customers to provide a professional service
Following health, safety and quality procedures at all times
Supporting continuous improvement through ongoing technical training and development
What we're looking for
Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance (or equivalent)
Experience maintaining and repairing commercial vehicles
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
Knowledge of vehicle electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams
A proactive approach to problem solving
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
It would be great if you also have
Experience working on refuse collection vehicles or similar specialist vehicles
Experience with electric vehicles
IRTEC accreditation or manufacturer training
HGV Class 2 licence
Experience using workshop management systems
Ready to put your skills to work on vehicles that make a real difference every day? We'd love to hear from you!