Field Service Technician - Skilled Worker

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician based in the Glasgow area to carry out work on fire curtain systems; full training will be provided. The role involves attending sites such as commercial premises, shopping centres, car parks, and airports to undertake emergency callouts, system upgrades, repairs, and installations, working as part of a team.

Candidates must be flexible and willing to work both day and night shifts, as well as travel and stay away from home when required. This is an essential requirement of the role, with opportunities for weekend overtime. The position offers excellent career progression, and applicants should have relevant experience within the construction or mechanical sectors. Candidates must live in the Glasgow area and hold a full UK driving licence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out routine/planned scheduled maintenance work
Working in pairs with the lead engineer
Responding to breakdowns and equipment faults
Diagnosing breakdown problems and carrying out first-time fixes
Fitting new parts and ensuring equipment is working correctly prior to sign-off
Liaising with client departments, customers, and other engineering and production colleagues
Dealing with emergencies, unplanned problems, and repairs
Ensuring van stock is controlled
Completing timesheets/expenses regularly and submitting on time
Ensuring PPE is adequate for H&S purposes and arranging replacement when required
Supporting continuous improvement activities with an understanding of business requirements
Responding to customer enquiries in a professional manner
Using correct processes to record work
Ensuring report forms are completed accurately

Essential Requirements:

Knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems
Full, clean UK driving licence
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Good customer service and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Reliable
Able to work nights and weekends
Able to pass a DBS check
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must live in the Glasgow area

Beneficial:

Newly qualified electricians looking for experience
Fire curtain experience
Experience assisting other trades
Experience with fire curtains, smoke curtains, metal shutters, or similar technologies
Experience working at heights
Mechanical background
CSCS/IPAF/PASMA certification (training provided if successful)

Benefits:

Company transport supplied
Fuel card once issued with own van
Lunch and drink allowance
Permanent position
Career progression