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Jordan Ellis

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Fork truck Licence (Counterbalance). Accredited with F-Gas and Irtec, with the latter renewed in May 2025. Proficient in using various diagnostic technologies such as DAVIE, TEXA, and JALTEST. Demonstrates high competence in all levels of computer work and has significant experience as a DAF main dealer technician. Trained in first aid and fire marshalling, showcasing a commitment to safety. Career goals include further enhancing diagnostic skills and contributing to innovative solutions within the automotive sector.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work history

HGV Technician

Ford & Slater DAF
Leeds, West Yorkshire
12.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of HGV systems during troubleshooting processes.
  • Assisted in training apprentice technicians, sharing expertise and promoting best practices within the team.
  • Attending regular vehicle breakdowns through DAF's own breakdown service 'DAFAID'
  • Inspected and maintained heavy goods vehicles to ensure optimal performance.
  • Completed repairs within agreed timescales to minimise downtime.
  • Carried out MOT preparations daily with a current 100% pass rate.
  • Carried out manufacturers re-calls to ensure vehicle are up to date and to minimize future failure of components.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through regular professional development activities.
  • Documented highly detailed work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
  • Delivery and collection of customers vehicles.
  • Please refer to my previous work history for more experience as this has been carried throughout my career.

HGV Technician

J Long & Sons Haulage
Leeds, West Yorkshire
08.2022 - Current

Please see below for my work experience at J Long & Sons Haulage, as I returned to work here in August 2022.

HGV Technician

Motus Commercials DAF
Bradford, West Yorkshire
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Complied with warranty procedures during repairs and with warranty material on repair completion.
  • Kept detailed records of all repairs, labour involved and parts used.
  • Performed diagnostic investigations into vehicle electrical system faults, providing reports on faults found and recommending solutions.
  • Identified mechanical faults, determined causes and ordered new parts to resolve issues.
  • Met daily, weekly and monthly service and repair targets consistently to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Kept service and repair documentation accurate and up-to-date, complying with company standards and legal requirements.
  • Completed routine servicing of vehicles to brand technical standards to reduce likelihood of future mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce faults.
  • Communicated with customers to update on vehicle status and parts requiring attention.
  • Collection and Delivery of customers vehicles.

HGV Technician

J Long & Sons Haulage
Leeds, West Yorkshire
02.2016 - 12.2021
  • Carry out repair, service and preventative maintenance to a fleet of over 90 heavy goods vehicles.
  • Carry out MOT preparations to ensure a high level pass rate for the company.
  • Complete all paperwork / job write ups quickly and well detailed to ensure a neat paper trail for the work I have carried out.
  • Efficiently diagnose and repair faults using our diagnostics machine (Texa).
  • Carry out running repairs to a fleet of 150 curtain sided trailers.
  • Keep track of our in house stock and order parts / consumables as necessary when required.
  • Attend local roadside breakdowns and repair to a competent standard.
  • Arrange breakdown attendance through third parties to minimalize vehicle downtime.
  • Update and log new defects on to our in house defect reporting system and make sure jobs are allocated to the correct department and reported to the correct members of staff.
  • Promoted adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Carried out scheduled inspections and services to verify compliance with company operator license and DVSA regulations.
  • Kept detailed records of all repairs, labour involved and parts used.

Education

IMI Level 2 - Knowledge of Employee Rights and Responsibilities for the Automotive Sector (VRQ)

Manchester College

IMI Level 2 Diploma - Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence

Manchester College

IMI Level 2 Diploma - Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ)

Manchester College

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma - Level 3 in Basic Mobile Air Conditioning

Cooling Edge Ltd

Itrec Qualfiaction - Irtec Accredited Technician. Class: Large Commercial Vehicle

Irtec (SOE)

Skills

  • Full Clean Class 1 HGV Licence
  • CPC & DCPC Holder
  • Forktruck Licence (Counterbalance)
  • F-Gas Accredited
  • Irtec Accredited (Renewed May 2025)
  • Trained With Various Diagnostic Technology Including DAVIE/TEXA/JALTEST
  • Highly Competent In All Levels Of Computer Work
  • DAF Main Dealer Experience
  • 1st Aid & Fire Marshall Trained
  • DAF Trucks Specialist
  • Various In House DAF Competence & Training Courses Passed With Certificates

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HGV Technician

Ford & Slater DAF
12.2023 - Current

HGV Technician

J Long & Sons Haulage
08.2022 - Current

HGV Technician

Motus Commercials DAF
12.2021 - 08.2022

HGV Technician

J Long & Sons Haulage
02.2016 - 12.2021

IMI Level 2 - Knowledge of Employee Rights and Responsibilities for the Automotive Sector (VRQ)

Manchester College

IMI Level 2 Diploma - Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence

Manchester College

IMI Level 2 Diploma - Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ)

Manchester College

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma - Level 3 in Basic Mobile Air Conditioning

Cooling Edge Ltd

Itrec Qualfiaction - Irtec Accredited Technician. Class: Large Commercial Vehicle

Irtec (SOE)
Jordan Ellis