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As a Mechanic in the Truck and Trailerworld, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and ensuring the technical condition of trucks, trailers and light commercial vehicles. You play an important role in keeping vehicles safe, reliable and roadworthy, allowing customers to get back on the road as quickly as possible.

You will work on a wide range of technical challenges, from routine maintenance and minor repairs to fault diagnosis, troubleshooting electrical issues and carrying out major repairs on engines and other technical systems. No two days are the same.

In addition to working in the workshop, you may occasionally be required to travel to breakdown locations in a service vehicle to assist stranded trucks and get them safely back on the road.

You will also have plenty of opportunities to further develop your technical skills and stay up to date with the latest developments in commercial vehicle technology.

Your responsibilities:

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on trucks, trailers and light commercial vehicles.
  • Diagnose and identify technical faults and malfunctions.
  • Repair engines and other mechanical components.
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical faults.
  • Carry out APK (Dutch periodic vehicle inspection) tests and technical inspections.
  • Calibrate and inspect tachographs.
  • Perform both minor repairs and more complex technical repairs.
  • Provide roadside breakdown assistance using a service vehicle.
  • Work in accordance with applicable safety and quality standards.
  • Continuously develop your technical knowledge through training and professional courses.

For this position, we are looking for an independent and technically skilled Commercial Vehicle Technician who enjoys working on trucks, commercial vehicles and vans. You are eager to learn, solution-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

What you bring to the role:

  • A completed Dutch MBO Level 2 or 3 qualification in Commercial Vehicle Technology, Automotive Technology or a comparable technical qualification.
  • Experience in maintenance, repairs and fault diagnosis on commercial vehicles is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
  • Preferably, an APK-1 certification (Dutch heavy vehicle inspection qualification).
  • Preferably, certification to calibrate tachographs, or willingness to obtain this qualification.
  • An independent, practical and hands-on approach to work.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do mentality.
  • A willingness to learn and develop through professional training, courses and new technologies.
  • A precise and safety-conscious working style with attention to quality.
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team while also carrying out tasks independently.
  • A positive attitude towards learning from mistakes, feedback and practical experience to continuously improve your skills.

You will join a technical and informal working environment where craftsmanship, professional development and teamwork are highly valued. You will have the opportunity to further develop your skills while working with various vehicle brands and modern commercial vehicle technology.

What can you expect?

  • A gross monthly salary between €2,950 and €4,250, depending on your experience and technical knowledge.
  • Full-time or part-time employment, ranging from 32 to 40 hours per week.
  • 24 days of annual leave based on full-time employment.
  • The possibility to purchase additional leave days or accumulate ADV (additional days off through reduced working hours).
  • 8% holiday allowance.
  • Travel allowance of €0.25 per kilometre for commuting.
  • Pension scheme through PMT (Dutch Pension Fund for the Metal and Technology sector).
  • Paid training and professional courses, including APK certification and opportunities to obtain additional driving licence categories.
  • Work with renowned brands such as DAF, IVECO, MAN, Mercedes, Scania, etc.
  • A varied position involving both workshop activities and occasional on-site service work.
  • Discounts on health insurance.
  • An informal working environment with a close-knit team, opportunities for professional development and regular team activities and sporting events.

This position offers excellent opportunities to further develop your technical skills and grow within the automotive and commercial vehicle industry.

You can expect:

  • A wide variety of technical tasks and responsibilities.
  • The opportunity to work on different truck and trailer brands and technical installations.
  • Opportunities to develop a broad range of technical skills within the industry.
  • A supportive and close-knit team where colleagues help each other.
  • A high level of independence and responsibility.
  • An employer who actively invests in personal growth and professional development.

Our client specialises in the maintenance, repair and servicing of commercial vehicles, trucks and trailers. Operating from a modern workshop, the company supports transport businesses with high-quality technical services, ensuring that their vehicles and equipment remain safe, reliable and fully operational.

A team of experienced technicians works on both powered vehicles and trailers from various manufacturers. In addition to general maintenance and repairs, daily activities include working on hydraulic systems, vehicle bodywork and additional technical installations.

Technical expertise, quality and a customer-focused approach form the foundation of the company’s services, with teamwork and direct communication playing an important role in its daily operations.

Jean-Paul Pieters
Managing Consultant

+31 (0)6 83 65 93 54
j.pieters@xelvin.nl

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