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HGV Fleet Technician
What is a Heavy Vehicle Technician?
A Heavy Vehicle Technician in the UK typically works with larger vehicles like lorries and buses, tending to their various mechanical and electrical repairs, as well as routine servicing. You would diagnose and fix issues, both in a random failure scenario and as part of standard maintenance checks to ensure these vehicles operate safely and efficiently.
Skills
Proficient in diagnosing and repairing heavy vehicles, including trucks and buses
Strong knowledge of automotive systems, including engines, transmissions, and electrical systems
Skilled in using diagnostic equipment and tools to identify and resolve mechanical issues
Ability to interpret technical manuals and diagrams to perform accurate repairs
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve complex mechanical problems
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision to ensure safe and reliable vehicle repairs
Effective communication skills to interact with customers and explain technical issues in a clear and concise manner
Knowledge of health and safety regulations and ability to adhere to them in the workplace
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality service
Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest automotive technologies and repair techniques
Cornwall (/ˈkɔːrnwɔːl, -wəl/;[3] Cornish: Kernow [ˈkɛrnɔʊ]) is a ceremonial county and Historic County in South West England. It is recognised as one of the Celtic nations and is the homeland of the Cornish people. The county is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, Devon to the east, and the English Channel to the south. The largest settlement is Falmouth, and the county town is the city of Truro.
The county is rural, with an area of 1,375 square miles (3,562 km2) and population of 568,210. After Falmouth (23,061), the largest settlements are Newquay (20,342), St Austell (19,958), and Truro (18,766). For local government purposes most of Cornwall is a unitary authority area, with the Isles of Scilly having a unique local authority. The Cornish nationalist movement disputes the constitutional status of Cornwall and seeks greater autonomy within the United Kingdom.
Cornwall is the westernmost part of the South West Peninsula. Its coastline is characterised by steep cliffs and, to the south, several rias, including those at the mouths of the rivers Fal and Fowey. It includes the southernmost point on Great Britain, Lizard Point, and forms a large part of the Cornwall National Landscape. The national landscape also includes Bodmin Moor, an upland outcrop of the Cornubian batholith granite formation. The county contains many short rivers; the longest is the Tamar, which forms the border with Devon.
Cornwall had a minor Roman presence, and later formed part of the Brittonic kingdom of Dumnonia. From the 7th century, the Britons in the South West increasingly came into conflict with the expanding Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex, eventually being pushed west of the Tamar; by the Norman Conquest Cornwall was administered as part of England, though it retained its own culture. The remainder of the Middle Ages and Early Modern Period were relatively settled, with Cornwall developing its tin mining industry and becoming a duchy in 1337. During the Industrial Revolution, the tin and copper mines were expanded and then declined, with china clay extraction becoming a major industry. Railways were built, leading to a growth of tourism in the 20th century. The Cornish language became extinct as a living community language at the end of the 18th century, but is now being revived.
