Apprentice Field Service Engineer

Apprentice Field Service Engineer to cover the North of the UK, working on volumetric concrete mixers and cement silos, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining our customers’ construction machinery. 

The role includes:

The commissioning and calibration of our machines to ensure the highest level of accuracy On-site servicing Customer training Machine inspections Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults, using diagnostic tools and technical knowledge Attending emergency breakdowns Timely completion of job reports and timesheets Providing technical advice and support to customers when required Presenting a positive image of Armcon at all times A flexible approach to workload, hours and possible nights away from home Being friendly and personable as you will be customer facing

Full training will be provided, essentially by working on customer sites alongside our Senior Field Service Engineer and occasionally at our site in Poynton Cheshire. Ultimately, you will be working solo covering the North of England.

Ideally you will already have or be working towards getting a driving licence.  Once fully trained, you will be issued with a company van, fuel and credit card. Power tools will be provided and there is a company pension scheme. We offer 24 days’ holiday, uniform and ongoing training and career development. Also, an annual bonus based on company performance.

Training:

Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3.

Training will take place 1 day per week at Kendal College. 

Training Outcome:

Possibility to progress to Level 4 HNC. Continue on to a permanent role and ultimately be working solo as a Field Service Engineer.

Employer Description:
Armcon are suppliers to the concrete industry. We are a dealer for Proall volumetric mixers and we supply moulds to precasters for the production of items such as fence posts, gravel boards, paving slabs and an ornamental range. We have been in business for over 30 years and are employee owned.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm (with some flexibility required to meet customer needs) This is a field-based role covering North of England. Ideally candidate will be based in or around Carnforth.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness