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The Automobile Association; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive organization in Hitchin seeks a Roadside Rescue Mechanic to support members with roadside assistance. You will utilize your technical expertise and communicate effectively with customers. A full category B driving license and NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair are required. The position offers competitive earnings with benefits like training, pension contributions, and flexible shifts.

Benefits

Location allowance

Paid from home to job site

Annual standby hours

Company van and uniform

Free breakdown cover

23 days holidays plus bank holidays

Up to 7% pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP service

Qualifications

• Comfortable sharing knowledge in a way customers understand.
• Content working independently and as part of a team.
• Use technical expertise to solve a variety of issues.

Responsibilities

• A communicator: Master of diagnostics delighting customers.
• A self-starter: Enjoy working independently driving to different locations.
• A fixer/problem solver: Fix vehicles by the roadside or recover to a garage.

Skills

Diagnostics

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Roadside Rescue Mechanic - Hitchin

As our Roadside Rescue Mechanic, you'll go the extra mile for our members. Anything can happen whilst driving, but we are the AA and we get everyone back on the road safely so the show can go on. In return, we'll go the extra mile for you, with training, support and opportunities for development.

The base salary is achieved on a working week on average of 40 hours. Top performers can earn upwards of OTE £60,000!

This is the job. You'll be the friendly face of the UK's largest motoring organisation, ready for anything and there for members anytime, anywhere and in any weather. You'll help get their day moving again, building confidence for drivers now and for the future.

Responsibilities

• A communicator: You are our master of diagnostics and essential in delighting customers. You're comfortable sharing knowledge in a way customers understand and feel confident their needs will be taken care of.
• A self-starter: You will be content working independently and as part of a team, driving to different locations in all weathers.
• A fixer / problem solver: You will use your technical expertise to solve a variety of issues, whether that's fixing the vehicle by the roadside or recovering the vehicle to a garage, enabling your customer to get on with their day.

What will I need?

• NVQ3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent qualifications with appropriate experience
• A full category B driving licence, with 6 points or less
• Willing to work shifts, which could include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays

Benefits & Perks

• Eligibility for Location allowance based on your home postcode
• Start and finish on your driveway, paid from the moment you get in your van to the moment you get home
• Sign on locations available for discussion
• Annual standby hours that you can tailor to your lifestyle
• Van, full uniform, boots and the best available equipment provided
• Free breakdown cover from day one
• 23 days holidays (increases with service) plus bank holidays
• Up to 7% company pension contribution
• Industry-leading training and a famous brand
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

As a valued team member, you'll have access to fully supported development programmes to progress your career with us. We actively seek diverse backgrounds and value the difference this brings to our culture and customers.

How to apply

You can apply today with or without a CV. If you wish to apply without a CV, list your most recent experience along with your qualifications on the application form. The application will be reviewed before an online interview assessment. As part of onboarding, pre-employment checks including work reference, credit and criminal record checks will be completed.