At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair trailers, ensuring top-notch service and roadside support.
- Company: Join a trusted trailer maintenance specialist with a legacy of excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, increased holiday entitlement, and performance bonuses.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and skill development in modern facilities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and enhance your mechanical skills in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Mechanical experience preferred; training available for enthusiastic trainees.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 38000 £ per year.
Trailer Technician / Fitters (Skilled and Trainees with relevant mechanical experience) – Spider is advertising on behalf of a trusted full-service trailer maintenance and repair specialist, providing comprehensive trailer servicing, inspections, MOT preparation, quay checks, fleet maintenance, and 24/7 roadside breakdown support. They are seeking skilled Trailer Technicians / Trailer Fitters to join our well-established and respected team based in Harworth, Doncaster.
Company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: Skilled fitters can expect a base salary of around £38,000 per annum depending on experience, with realistic potential annual earnings of £45,000+
- Double time pay for all non-rostered overtime
- Holiday pay calculated on average earnings
- Increased holiday entitlement with length of service
- Annual performance-related bonus
As a Trailer Technician / Fitter, your key responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out trailer servicing, maintenance, repairs, inspections, and breakdown support as required
- Preparing trailers and commercial vehicle equipment for MOT inspections and compliance checks
- Attending roadside breakdowns and undertaking repairs and servicing at customer sites
- Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical trailer faults
- Following company procedures, safe systems of work, and Health & Safety regulations
- Working efficiently, responsibly, and to agreed deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship
- A C+E licence would be advantageous (training can be provided if required)
About you:
For the Trailer Technician / Trailer Fitter role, you'll bring relevant mechanical, engineering, vehicle maintenance, HGV, LGV, plant, agricultural, fleet maintenance, or trailer repair experience. Previous experience working on trailers, commercial vehicles, heavy goods vehicles, agricultural machinery, plant equipment, or similar mechanical systems would be highly beneficial.
Strong fault-finding abilities, attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential. A full UK driving licence is required.
We also welcome applications from those with less experience. If you have a mechanical background or training, we can provide further development. Trainee Fitters with mechanical skills can expect to earn between £34,000 - £38,000 per year, depending on experience and overtime.
About them:
They are not just about trailers but about creating a collaborative and dynamic environment where every team member plays a vital role in our success story. Established in 1997, their reputation for excellence is unmatched, and joining them means becoming part of a legacy of quality and innovation in trailer repairs and servicing.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company who invests heavily in modern technology, equipment, and training. Providing an environment where you can develop your skills and technical knowledge to maximise your earning potential.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for the Trailer Technician / Fitter role and would like to apply please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Trailer Technician in Barnsley employer: Spider
Join a respected leader in trailer maintenance and repair based in Harworth, Doncaster, where your skills as a Trailer Technician will be valued in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. With competitive salaries, generous overtime pay, and opportunities for professional development, this company is dedicated to investing in its employees' growth and success, ensuring you can maximise your earning potential while working with modern technology and equipment.
