Vehicle Technician

HiQ Tyres and Autocare; Northampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped monthly bonus

Employee discounts on HiQ services

EV & Hybrid training

Sick Pay

Refer a friend scheme

28 days holiday

Job summary

HiQ Tyres & Autocare in Northampton is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join our team. This full‑time, permanent role runs Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:30pm with a half‑day finish on Saturdays; salary depends on experience.

You will inspect, maintain and repair vehicles to DVSA standards, use dealer‑level and generic diagnostic equipment, and complete job cards and paperwork to a high standard. Requirements: Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or time served, and a full UK driving licence

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or time served
• 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)

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

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.