Mechanical technician

Absolute Industrial Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Technician for our client based in Stafford on a permanent position. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: To service, repair and prepare vehicles to industry and manufacturers standards To carry out pinpoint diagnostic work and to use OEM diagnostic tooling To carry out service and repair on hydraulic and mechanical braking systems fitted to vehicles. To carry out service and repair on internal combustion engines and associated components To carry out service and repair on automatic, manual gearbox/transmissions and associated drivetrain components To carry out service and repair on air conditioning systems (F Gas certification required) To fabricate and modify chassis components as required. To carry out service and repair to auto-electrical systems To prepare vehicles to ministry standards To perform MOT Testing (certification dependent) To carry out VHC inspections on incoming vehicles To install towbar systems including the connection of the tow socket to the OEM wiring system To carry out and document periodic inspection on company vehicles To conduct road tests for diagnostic and QC purposes (driving licence category dependent) To service and install hydraulic levelling systems to vehicles chassis platforms To service and install pneumatic air suspension systems to vehicles chassis platforms To service and repair mobile or fixed generator systems including fuel cell chargers To follow detailed instructions from factory bulletins/documents when instructed To liaise with other departments and customers and offer assistance as and when required. To carry out written and detailed reports of all works carried out To always work within the law Personal Attributes: To have good communication skills, open and willing to learn, be able to work well under pressure and with a team, to have impeccable timekeeping. Qualifications: Level 3 Automotive maintenance and repair essential all other qualifications are preferable. Qualified to Guild rsquo;s City level 3 automotive maintenance and repair (4101) or above (or equivalent) MOT testing certificate with a clean driving license F-Gas Certification AL-KO certification UK Driving license including towing capability. Chassis dealer training (Fiat, Mercedes, Iveco preferred) IMI level 2 diploma in auto and mobile electrical principles or above Key stage 1 or above English Key stage 1 or above Mathematics Key stage 1 or above ITC Welding qualification to BS-EN 287-1:2004 or above Abrasive wheels accreditation Working at height accreditation Skills: Good communication skills. Excellent customer service skills Ability to work independently and unsupervised. To be able to operate ITC equipment (portable mobile devices, diagnostic equipment) To understand basic hand signals given by banks person while moving vehicles around the site Complex problem solving To understand advanced chassis function and operation vehicles. Competency with chassis franchised diagnostic tools (Fiat) The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure. Health Safety To always work with the law under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) To be responsible for your own and other safety within the workplace To have the ability to work at heigh safely using training provided To act on any unsafe practise or situation when noticed or informed To follow any and all policies in place To follow the road traffic act at all times on and off site To operate machinery or plant equipment only if trained and authorised to do so The use of banks persons when moving vehicles is mandatory at all times when on site The use of LEV or mobile exhaust filters is mandatory when interval combustion engines are in use inside the premises. To carry out housekeeping to maintain a safe working environment during and at the end of each working day. Working Hours 4 on 4 off ndash; 6am ndash; 6pm Salary GBP11.44 - GBP16.00 per hour dependent on experience Plus, additional potential of up to GBP1000 per month bonus. If you think you would be suitable for this position, please email your cv and we will be in touch to discuss the position further