Trailer Mechanic

Introduction

You know what's going on before you even grab a wrench. As an experienced Trailer Mechanic, you will work at a professional independent workshop in Veghel on the maintenance and repair of trucks, trailers, and semi-trailers of all brands. Versatile work, a fixed high hourly wage, and structurally 54 hours per week.

Where you will work:

You will work at a specialized and independent truck and trailer workshop in Veghel. The company performs maintenance, repairs, and inspections on trucks, trailers, and semi-trailers of all brands — from Scania and DAF to Volvo, Mercedes, and MAN. Not tied to one dealer, but broadly deployable for a diverse client base ranging from small transporters to large fleet companies.

The workshop has five drive-through bays and works with specialized mechanics and a sophisticated planning system. There is also a 24-hour breakdown service. It is an informal, professional environment where craftsmanship is valued and where you, as a mechanic, have direct responsibility.

What you will do:

As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be responsible for independently diagnosing and resolving faults and defects on trailers and semi-trailers. You will perform maintenance services and APK inspections, replace brake pads and discs, repair axles, suspension, and steering systems, and work on electrical systems such as ABS/EBS and lighting. Additionally, you will perform complete overhauls and be capable of resolving roadside breakdowns.

Welding is a strong plus — aluminum and MIG/MAG welding is regularly performed in the workshop. The work week structurally consists of 54 hours, with working hours from Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, paid according to weekly payroll according to the CAO Motor Vehicle Company agreement.

Tasks:

• Performing periodic maintenance: changing oil, replacing filters, replacing brake pads and discs
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults on axles, suspension, coupling, and braking systems
• Performing electrical diagnostics on ABS/EBS, lighting, lift axle faults, and other electrical components
• Performing APK inspections and complete overhauls
• Performing welding work where necessary (aluminum or MIG/MAG)

What we ask:

• Demonstrable work experience as a trailer mechanic, truck mechanic, or in a comparable technical role
• Experience with performing periodic maintenance — changing oil, replacing filters, replacing brake pads and discs
• Knowledge of mechanical systems such as axles, suspension, coupling, and braking systems
• Familiarity with electrical diagnostics and faults on ABS/EBS and lighting is a plus
• Welding experience (aluminum or MIG/MAG) is a strong plus
• Willingness to work structurally 54 hours per week
• Good command of the Dutch and/or English language

What we offer:

• Gross hourly wage of €20.00
• 54 hours per week, working hours Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-7:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
• A surcharge of 28.5% for the first two overtime hours per day and a 47% surcharge for all subsequent hours (€25.70 - €29.40 per hour)
• Weekly payment
• 8% holiday allowance (paid weekly)
• Travel expenses reimbursement of €0.23 per km
• Weekly payment
• 24 vacation days per year (based on full-time)
• Pension accrual: 23.4% of the pensionable base

Extra services (optional):

• Housing with a private bedroom possible
• Health insurance possible