Towbar and Trailer Technician

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Towbar and Trailer Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled, hands-on professionals with experience in product repair and wiring, seeking a role within a reputable company based in Edinburgh (West). The successful Towbar and Trailer Technician will benefit from competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a stable working environment.

Benefits for the successful Towbar and Trailer Technician:

Basic salary of up to £32,000, with an OTE of approximately £38,720
33 days holiday annually, including bank holidays
Monday to Friday working hours, 37.5 hours per week – no weekends
Product-specific training provided to develop and enhance skills
Opportunity to work with a well-established company in the motor trade industry
Supportive team environment and career progression prospectsDuties of the Towbar and Trailer Technician:

Fit towbars to customer vehicles, ensuring all marks and scratches are properly recorded and handled with care
Service and repair the Company’s fleet of hire trailers and horseboxes to an agreed schedule
Assemble, modify, and maintain trailers in line with operational requirements
Maintain comprehensive records of servicing and repairs for each trailer in the hire fleet
Ensure vehicles and trailers awaiting workshop attention are securely parked in designated areas
Report any vehicle damage or issues immediately to management
Inspect and verify the condition of customer vehicles before fitting towbars
Handle customer property with respect and professionalism during repair and fitting processes
As required, visit customer premises to perform repairs or fit towbars
Maintain and troubleshoot tools and equipment, reporting faults promptly
Be trained and qualified to operate a forklift truck if necessaryRequirements of the Towbar and Trailer Technician:

Proven practical experience in repairing products and wiring in any industry
Previous experience with fitting towbars and servicing trailers or similar products such as flatbed trailers and horseboxes
Full, clean UK driving licence
Ability to diagnose faults accurately and provide technical advice
Willingness to undergo product-specific training
Capable of working independently and as part of a team
Customer-focused approach with professionalism in all interactions
If the role of Towbar and Trailer Technician interests you or if you wish to explore more Motor Trade vacancies in Edinburgh, contact Sam Butcher at Perfect Placement today.

Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Edinburgh and Midlothian, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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