Huyton Travel is well-established family-owned 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 HGV/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 / HGV Engineer 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:
- 10am - 7pm
- 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: £40400.00-£47300.00 per year depending on experience
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
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: 07/10/2024