Mechanic / Vehicle Technician

Job Description

I am working with a main car dealership and we are seeking a Vehicle Technician to join our team in Dunstable.

The Vehicle Technician will report to the Service Manager and will be responsible for meeting both franchise and company standards in a service environment.

Key Responsibilities of Service Technician:

• Undertake maintenance, service, and repair activities on motor vehicles of all types to the highest standard within scheduled times to meet company and franchise standards.
• Repair, test vehicles, and diagnose faults as required by the Service Manager and supervisory staff.
• Replace components, parts, lubricants, and consumables and record usage.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy, organized, and safe from hazards to health and safety.
• Carry out work completely and effectively within manufacturers’ servicing and repair times.
• Advise and report on vehicle faults and servicing requirements while working on vehicles, including future servicing/repair needs.

The Ideal Service Technician:

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent).
• MOT Tester (preferably).
• Have at least 2 years of experience after qualifying, working in a Franchise Dealership (or similar), preferably with Ford.
• Take responsibility for the quality and quantity of their work.
• Previous Ford training will be highly beneficial.
• Commercial vehicle experience would be an advantage.

If you are an organized, driven, and experienced Service Technician looking for your next challenge and want to join a growing company offering excellent rewards—including a workplace pension scheme, staff discounts, and 22 days of annual holiday—and if you are currently entitled to work in the UK, we want to hear from you.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am – 6 pm, and every third Saturday, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (paid additionally from salary at hourly rate).

Location: Dunstable

Salary: £28,000 – £40,000 OTE, based on experience and qualifications.