Location
Lisburn, Co. Antrim | United Kingdom
Job description
Job description
As Senior Mechanic with RLS, you’ll safely prepare our equipment and machinery as well as those of our clients. You’ll care about every detail and take pride in doing a meticulous job. Manage and oversee the work of junior mechanics and provide the appropriate on the job training as necessary. You will report into the management team on a daily basis ensuring that all short-term planning requirements are in place..
Responsibilities
- Working with the Parts manager and other mechanics to diagnose and repair the mechanical and electrical components of commercial plant.
- Performing test drives, inspections, and other diagnostic tests on vehicles to identify where problems exist and determine which parts need to be repaired or replaced.
- Completing preventative maintenance on vehicles, such as performing oil changes, flushing and replacing fluids, and replacing brakes.
- Inspecting internal systems and controls to ensure the vehicle is operating properly and in compliance with regulations.
- Maintaining accurate records relating to clients, their vehicles, parts, and service history.
- Using shop equipment as instructed, performing regular maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Engaging in learning opportunities to update job knowledge and technical skills.
- Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
- Supervision and training junior mechanics.
- Dealing with customers while out on site and remaining professional at all times.
- Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts and resolving defects.
- Carry out thorough examinations on machines.
- 6 weekly checks on lorries.
- Maintaining equipment and making sure tools are in good condition.
- Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed.
- Management of workshop to include clearing and cleaning down on a weekly basis.
- Any other duties as required.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Additional education, certifications, or experience is generally preferred.
- Proven ability to diagnose and repair vehicles and follow safety instructions and directions.
- Clean driver's licence.
- Excellent active listening, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Good management skills - can work to deadlines.
- Proficiency with hand tools and other equipment.
Desirable Skills
- Self-motivated, independent, and reliable with a strong work ethic.
- The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Good attention to detail.
Further Information
Company Background
RL Services is a family run business which has been trading for over 40 years. Our premises are in Lisburn, Northern Ireland and we sell, hire and service Forklifts and Telescopics. We are also AITT accredited and carry out Forklift Training. Our training courses are held either in our training centre or onsite with clients. We have an extensive range of Forklifts and Telescopics and can provide advice and expertise on which machine a client requires. We also provide MOT LOLER servicing in keeping with legislation.
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