Vehicle Technician, Bristol Branch

U-Drive Vehicle Hire; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned vehicle rental company in Bristol is looking for a competent vehicle technician to maintain a diverse fleet of 4,000 vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a full UK driving license, and strong communication skills. This full-time role involves a 42-hour week, with an emphasis on delivering exceptional customer service. Benefits include 30 days annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Employee discount on rental vehicles

Company-sponsored training opportunities

Qualifications

• A positive 'Can Do' attitude is essential.
• Must be able to manage time effectively.
• Respectable presentation is required at all times.

Responsibilities

• Undertake pre-planned vehicle maintenance on vehicles.
• Perform tests and diagnostic checks on vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records of service history.

Skills

Full UK Driving License

Ability to multi-task

Excellent communication skills

Education

Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

U-Drive are recruiting for a competent and diligent vehicle technician to join our established and highly reputable team at our satellite Bristol workshop! Working alongside a professional and knowledgeable team, you'll undertake a variety of service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of vehicles, keeping our Fleet on the road.

About The Role

As a vehicle technician at U-Drive, you'll be based at our Bristol workshop, helping to keep our mixed fleet of 4000 vehicles on the road. These vehicles range from small cars through to light commercial vehicles meaning that no two days will be the same. You'll be working a 42-hour week on a Monday-Friday rota.

Core Responsibilities

• Undertake pre-planned vehicle maintenance on both customer and U-Drive vehicles
• Perform test drives, inspections, and other diagnostic tests on vehicles to identify where problems exist and determine which parts need to be repaired or replaced
• Complete preventative maintenance on vehicles including oil changes and replacing brakes
• Generate timelines and estimates on repairs, discussing options with customers
• Maintain accurate records relating to customers, their vehicles, parts, and service history
• Use workshop equipment as instructed, performing regular maintenance and repairs when required
• Any other duties as required
  
  

Requirements

About You

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Full UK Driving License
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively
• Positive "Can Do" attitude
• Respectable presentation at all times
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and customers
• Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
  
  

Benefits

About Us

U-Drive are an established family-owned vehicle rental company with a 43-year legacy, operating over 4,000 vehicles across daily rental, contract hire and leasing fleet in the UK. Our commitment to excellent service extends to both business customers, and private hirers. With strong core values stemming from integrity, responsibility and respect, our collective team pull together to deliver ‘exceptional' to our customer base time, and time again.

What We Offer

• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Employee discount on U-Drive rental vehicles, including discounts for friends and families
• Employee Discount Program offering savings on over 3,000 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program in partnership with Health Assured
• Company-sponsored training and development opportunities
• Free yearly MOT, on-site parking where available, mobile phone
  
  

Apply now and let our Recruitment Team reach out to discuss your application. We're committed to a policy of equal opportunity, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine at U-Drive!