Trainee Tyre Technician

Halfords; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Lockerbie offers a position as a Vehicle Tyre Fitter. In this role, you will complete a training program while fitting and repairing tyres for cars and commercial vehicles. The company promotes a strong customer service focus and offers a competitive salary with an uncapped bonus scheme. Additional benefits include discounts on products and services, a pension scheme, and health cash plans. Candidates should have a passion for the automotive industry and a valid driving licence.

Benefits

Discounts on garage bills and Halfords products

Financial planning support

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain qualifications for vehicle tyre fitting.
• Experience in customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Technician training program over 6 - 12 months.
• Fit and repair tyres for various vehicles.
• Maintain a strong customer service focus.

Skills

Passion for automotive industry

Strong customer service skills

Flexibility to work overtime

Full driving licence

Job description

• £22,880 - £28,000 per annum
• Uncapped bonus scheme, including Overtime & Call-out rates
• Mobile role – Van, Tools & PPE provided
• Monday to Saturday, (12.00 finish Saturday)

Are you interested in becoming a qualified Vehicle Tyre Fitter and taking the next step in your career? If so, then look no further - apply today to the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. We offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme!

• You will complete our Technician training program, which will last between 6 - 12 months
• Be mentored by an experienced colleague and supported by our dedicated Training Team.
• Learn to fit & repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover
• Adopt a customer service focus in everything you do

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is the UK's largest Commercial Vehicle Tyre service provider. As part of the Halfords Group, HCFS was formed by acquiring three large entities: Lodge, McConechys, and Universal, alongside some previous independent tyre management services enabling us to offer nationwide coverage for our customers.

Benefits

• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Skills & Experience

• Passion for working in the automotive industry and willing to obtain the relevant qualifications
• Strong customer service skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime.
• Must possess a full, current driving licence

Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.