Vehicle Technician

HiQ Tyres and Autocare; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped monthly bonus structure.

Generous employee discounts on all HiQ

Training courses for EV & Hybrid, MOT,

Company Sick Pay.

Refer a friend scheme.

28 days holiday inclusive of bank-hOLi

Job summary

HiQ Tyres & Autocare is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join our team on a full-time basis. The role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing vehicles to DVSA standards and using diagnostic equipment.

You will work Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:30pm, with a half-day finish on Saturdays. We offer a structured career path, ongoing training including EV/Hybrid, and a competitive bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience.
• Must have a full driver’s licence with no more than 9 points.
• Experience delivering interim, full and major services plus relevant repair and replacement work (brakes, suspension and steering component replacement, air con service etc)

Responsibilities

• Inspection, maintenance, and repair of vehicles to ensure road worthiness and reliability to DVSA standards.
• Use of dealer-level and generic diagnostic equipment to assist in time-efficient repairs.
• Perform repairs and maintenance in line with manufacturer standards and schedules.
• Discussing required repairs with customer
• Calculating the expected time and cost of vehicle work
• Always maintain health and safety standards, working within company guidelines and safe working practices.
• Complete job cards, maintenance records, and associated paperwork to a high standard
• To undertake any additional duties (within reason) for the efficient running of the Store.
• To carry out administration duties as required within the store.
• Assist in carrying out regular stock checks in accordance with Company Policy.

Education

Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Full UK driving licence (no more than 9 points)

Job description

HiQ Tyres & Autocare has an exciting new opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join our team. The role is offered on a full-time permanent basis, Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm – half a day finish on a Saturday,salary depending on experience.

What you will be doing as a Vehicle Technician:

• Inspection, maintenance, and repair of vehicles to ensure road worthiness and reliability to DVSA standards.

• Use of dealer-level and generic diagnostic equipment to assist in time-efficient repairs.

• Perform repairs and maintenance in line with manufacturer standards and schedules.

• Discussing required repairs with customer

• Calculating the expected time and cost of vehicle work

• Always maintain health and safety standards, working within company guidelines and safe working practices.

• Complete job cards, maintenance records, and associated paperwork to a high standard

• To undertake any additional duties (within reason) for the efficient running of the Store.

• To carry out administration duties as required within the store.

• Assist in carrying out regular stock checks in accordance with Company Policy.

What you will need:

• Must have a Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience

• Must have a full driver’s licence with no more than 9 points

• Experience of delivering interim, full and major services plus relevant repair and replacement work (brakes, suspension and steering component replacement, air con service etc)

Benefits for working with us:

• Uncapped monthly bonus structure.

• Generous employee discounts on all HiQ Group services.

• Training courses for EV & Hybrid, MOT Testing License, and REACT Training.

• Company Sick Pay.

• Refer a friend scheme.

• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.

HiQ Tyres & Autocare is owned by Goodyear, a well-known and respected brand in the automotive industry. As we continue to expand our retail stores, we offer job security, career progression, and a brand you can be proud to work for.

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