Campervan Mechanic

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and passionate Campervan Mechanic to ensure high-quality maintenance of our fleet and support daily depot operations. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity to apply unique technical skills and make a real impact. 2. Be part of a mission-driven, continuously evolving team. 3. Participate in daily operations and vehicle/equipment management. **ABOUT US** Indie Campers, the leading campervan marketplace, is on a mission to make road trips accessible to everyone. Thanks to our digital approach and customer-centric focus, Indie Campers has built a robust booking experience and delivers high-quality road trips at affordable prices. With over one million nights booked through our travel platform, we have already welcomed more than 300\.000 travelers from 169 countries. We offer a comprehensive and continuously expanding range of road trip options: short-term campervan rentals, long-term subscriptions, and the opportunity to purchase one of our vehicles available for sale. With a strong technological orientation, our challenges are both exciting and demanding, requiring talent and motivation to be successfully realized. We are expanding our team and looking for people who want to pursue this dream with us and become part of an ever-evolving journey. **THE ROLE** We are looking for talented and passionate individuals with expertise in mechanics, hands-on work, and practical problem-solving to join our team as a Campervan Mechanic at our depot. This role is essential to ensuring our campervan fleet is maintained to the highest quality standards, enabling our customers to embark on unforgettable journeys. As a Campervan Mechanic, you will be part of our Lisbon team and collaborate with the West Europe Regional Team. Your primary responsibility will be to keep campervans consistently available and in optimal condition, contributing to efficient operations and customer satisfaction. This is an opportunity to apply your unique technical skills in delivering excellence and creating real impact. If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, making an immediate impact on results, and being part of a mission-driven team, we invite\-you to bring your experience to our organization. **WHAT YOU’LL BE WORKING ON?** Reporting directly to the local manager, your main responsibility will be to execute all processes and procedures related to this objective, including: * Conduct systematic vehicle inspections and diagnose issues in mechanical, electrical, heating, and water systems; * Perform maintenance and repairs on campervans and motorhomes, including: + Preventive and corrective maintenance; + Minor bodywork repairs with part replacement (bulbs, glass, mirrors); + Replacement and repair of campervan parts; + Diagnosis and repair of campervan equipment; * Maintain and develop relationships with external partners; * Coordinate vehicle interventions with external suppliers and regional teams; * Keep all vehicle information systems updated according to established procedures; * Transport campervans to and from local suppliers, parking lots, or other depots; * Keep depot equipment and spare parts organized and clean; * Maintain up-to-date spare parts inventory systems. As part of the local team, you will also participate in daily depot operations, performing related tasks such as: * Preparing vehicles and equipment for customers; * Assisting with reservations, guest reception, and managing check\-ins and check\-outs; * Receiving and collecting shipments and materials, organizing storage areas, recording consumption and new orders; * Maintaining equipment, extras, and consumables stored at the depot. **WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR?** * Candidates with certified training in mechanics, mechatronics, or a similar automotive industry field; * Candidates with at least 5 years of proven experience in mechanical and electrical repairs — experience with campervans is a plus; * Secondary education or equivalent qualification (technical training preferred); * Fluency in English and Portuguese (mandatory); * Eligibility to work in Portugal, a valid driver’s license, and confidence driving a campervan (mandatory); * Availability to work weekends and holidays. **THE INDIE COMMITMENT!** * Join a young, fast-growing, innovative company where you make a difference; * Career development opportunities in Field Operations and potential transition to our offices in Lisbon, Mexico City, or Manila; * Continuous training and mentoring to develop the skills most relevant to you; * Compensation package including Performance Bonus and Referral Bonus; * Free Road Trips, so you can experience the Indie journey firsthand across Europe, North America, and Oceania. ***Are you ready to Go Indie?***