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Petit Forestier Group

Rentals of refrigerated trucks, displays, containers

Mécanicien poids lourds/véhicules utilitaires légers

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 15
Full-timeBordeaux, FranceIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A diploma in automotive or heavy-vehicle mechanics (CAP, BEP, vocational baccalaureate, or BTS), or significant experience in the field without a specific diploma.
  • In-depth knowledge of traditional mechanics, particularly electrical systems, mechanics, and tires.
  • Broad understanding of how all types of vehicles operate, including new-generation gas and electric vehicles.
  • A valid Category B driving licence is required; Category C is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including servicing, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs, on the employer’s light commercial vehicles and heavy goods vehicles from various manufacturers.
  • Develop expertise with new-generation gas and electric vehicles and innovative tools, including onboard diagnostics and smartphone connectivity.
  • Identify and resolve breakdowns in the workshop or independently during field callouts to assist customers, using a fully equipped assistance vehicle.
  • Track interventions and ensure vehicles function correctly after repairs.
  • Contribute to workshop operations by maintaining a clean workspace, keeping equipment in good condition, working as a team, and sharing information.
  • Undertake on-call shifts according to the agency schedule, including nights and weekends.

Desired Qualifications

  • Significant experience in automotive or heavy-vehicle mechanics may substitute for a specific diploma.
  • A Category C driving licence is an advantage.

About the Company

Petit Forestier Group

Rentals of refrigerated trucks, displays, containers

Petit Forestier Group rents and manages refrigerated transport and storage solutions, offering refrigerated trucks, display units, containers, and related equipment for rent without drivers. Clients rent a complete refrigeration solution and rely on Petit Forestier to handle maintenance, replacements, and keeping the cold chain intact during transport or storage. The company differentiates itself through a long-standing focus on refrigeration as its core business, a full-service rental model, and a large fleet backed by family ownership and European expansion. Its goal is to provide the entire refrigeration delivery chain globally, helping customers move and store temperature-controlled goods efficiently.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$924M
Headquarters
Villepinte, France
Founded
1907

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