Warranty Technician

Mission of the position

CAF is one of the international market leaders in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of modern rolling stock. CAF has delivered the agreed 30 Metros of the M7 series to the client GVB in Amsterdam. CAF Netherlands B.V. is therefore looking for a competent Warranty Technician to perform repairs and maintenance activities on the metros at the GVB Diemen depot.

You as a person

You are someone who displays technical expertise, that can adapt to change, willing to accept responsibility, provide high quality work, building and supporting teams and can work safely. You are aware of the company’s need to keep a high level of customer satisfaction, adopting to changes with maintaining positive attitude toward to appropriate adjustment of behavior and activities to changing conditions and also show enthusiasm toward being a member of the group. You work with integrity to ensure reliable work and also respects and follows safety policies and regulations.

The needed candidate

You are someone that lives in the Netherlands and is willing to travel to Diemen to work. As an all-round mechanic or Warranty Technician, you have a broad technical background (both electrical and mechanical), experience with troubleshooting and you are able to provide solutions for improving complex systems. You investigate defects, make diagnoses and provide technical information about the defects found. In addition, you write reports, discuss the analysis of the technical points with your supervisor and implement the solutions found. You work together in a small international team and are prepared to work different shifts, both during the week and at the weekend. A shift allowance is awarded for working in shifts. The Warranty Technician reports to the Warranty Engineer.

Responsibilities

As a Warranty Technician you will be working in an international environment and a highly motivated team. You will report to the Warranty Engineer. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Reparation of machinery and equipment installed in the metro units.
• Providing technical information in the investigation and diagnosis of failure of the rolling stock.
• Writing working reports and communicating with the Warranty Engineer to analyze technical problems and implement solutions
• Working in conjunction with the Warranty Group to ensure accurate communication of all issues and resolve potential or existing issues in a timely manner.
• Knowing and following all work instructions, guidelines, customer specific requirements and company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• An education in electrics, electronics or mechatronics (minimal MBO 3 level) is preferred.
• At least a year of experience in the railway sector in either aftersales or industrial maintenance.
• Technical skills must include a strong understanding of machinery electronic, electrical, mechanical systems.
• Solid understanding of maintenance processes and previous experience in diagnosing and solving technical problems
• Driver’s license and/or safety certifications (such as VCA) are appreciated.
• A warranty background and/or experience is preferred.
• Fluent in English 

Company Benefits

• Definite contract of 1 year with one month probation period with possibility of extension.
• Min. € 2.800,- and max. € 3.400,- (Monthly Gross) depending on background and experience
• Shift Allowance of 14% of the monthly salary.
• 27 holidays and 13 roster free days (ADV) per annum, based on 40 hours per week
• Travel allowance of € 0,23 per km for max. 50 km per day
• CAF is part of the Collective Labour Agreement in the metal industry (Metalektro)
• Additional social skills training, such as language classes, can be provided as per accordance with the A+O Metalektro requirements.
• Training for safety certifications are provided and covered by the company
• WIA Metalektro Insurance through Avero Achmea
• Discount on gym subscription through One-Fit
• PME pension fund

The Company

We are CAF, international leaders in the design and supply of comprehensive transportation systems and a benchmark in the sustainable mobility sector.

Our products and services include trains, buses, components, signalling systems, and turnkey comprehensive mobility solutions.

Our close relationship with customers and understanding of their needs are fundamental to providing tailored and innovative solutions. Customers trust us to develop the most demanding global projects in the market. Our entire team is committed to creating high value-added solutions that meet the specific needs of each transport authority.

For over 100 years, we have been at the forefront of environmentally friendly mobility. With each project, we not only move people but also drive the future towards a greener and more efficient horizon.

The CAF Group, with a workforce of more than 15,000 people, operates in more than 60 countries worldwide. We have production facilities in Spain, France, the UK, Poland, Europe, the United States, Mexico, and Brazil, as well as numerous maintenance centres across five continents.

We not only move people, we drive the future towards a greener and more efficient horizon