Assistant Technician

Main job functions

CAF is one of the international market leaders in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of modern rolling stock. CAF has delivered the Sprinter New Generation to the client NS in Leidschendam. CAF Netherlands B.V. is therefore looking for an Assistant Technician to mentor, perform repairs and maintenance activities on the trains at the NS Onderhoudsbedrijf in Leidschendam.

You as a person

You are someone who is motivated to learn technical expertise in the railway, 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 around Zuid-Holland and is willing to travel to Leidschendam to work. As a an all-round mechanic or Assistant Technician, you have a general technical background (either electrical or mechanical). 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 in the morning, primarily from 7am to 3pm. You are willing to participate in trainings to receive the needed VCA certification.

Responsibilities

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

• Reparation of machinery and equipment installed in the NS Sprinter units of CAF.
• Providing technical information in the investigation and support the diagnosis of failure of the rolling stock.
• Reading work reports and communicating with the Warranty Technician Team Lead 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 or certification in mechatronics (MBO) is preferred.
• Any experience in the railway sector in either aftersales or industrial maintenance would be appreciated.
• Technical skills must include a basic understanding of machinery electronic, electrical, mechanical systems.
• A basic 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.
• Fluent in English and any additional languages such as Dutch or Spanish is appreciated

Company Benefits

• Definite contract of 7 months with one month probation period with possibility of extension.
• Min. €2.768,86 and max. € 3.000,- (Monthly Gross) depending on background and experience
• The needed training for the Basic VCA Certification will be provided and covered by the company.
• 27 holidays and 13 roster free days (ADV) per annum, based on 40 hours per week, which will be adjusted pro-rata for 7 months.
• Travel allowance of € 0,25 per km for max. 50 km per day
• CAF is part of the Collective Labor Agreement in the metal industry (Metalektro)
• Other training for safety certifications are provided and covered by the company
• Additional social skills training, such as language classes, can be provided as per accordance with the A+O Metalektro requirements.
• WIA Metalektro Insurance through Avero Achmea
• Discount on gym subscription through Urban Sports.
• 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, signaling 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 centers across five continents.

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