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Petit Forestier Group

Rentals of refrigerated trucks, displays, containers

Mechanic

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • A qualification in automotive or heavy-vehicle mechanics, such as CAP/BEP, vocational baccalaureate, or BTS; alternatively, significant experience in the field is an asset.
  • In-depth knowledge of traditional mechanics, particularly electrical systems, mechanical systems, and tires.
  • Broad understanding of how different types of vehicles work, including newer gas-powered and electric vehicles.
  • A valid Category B driver's license is required; a Category C license is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including servicing, diagnostics, breakdown assistance, and repairs, on company light utility vehicles and heavy goods vehicles of various makes, including IVECO, FIAT, and MERCEDES.
  • Develop expertise in newer-generation gas-powered and electric vehicles, as well as innovative tools such as onboard diagnostics and smartphone connectivity.
  • Identify and resolve breakdowns in the workshop and/or independently during call-outs to assist customers, using a fully equipped assistance vehicle.
  • Track interventions and ensure vehicles operate properly after repairs.
  • Contribute to workshop operations by keeping the workspace clean, maintaining equipment, working as part of the team, and sharing information.
  • Perform on-call periods according to the agency schedule, including nights and weekends; weekly on-call premiums and additional premiums for call-outs apply.

Desired Qualifications

  • Significant experience in automotive or heavy-vehicle mechanics is an asset for candidates without a specific diploma.
  • A Category C driver's license is an asset.

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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