Vehicle Technician / mechanic / fitter

I.A AUTO REPAIRS LTD; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned auto repair service in Bradford is looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician to perform maintenance and repair on various vehicle systems. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with customers. Responsibilities include diagnosing faults, conducting repairs, and maintaining service history. The position offers a Monday to Friday work schedule, 9 am to 5 pm.

Qualifications

• Understanding how vehicle systems work and how to troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to use tools precisely and safely.
• Identifying the root cause of problems and finding effective solutions.
• Ensuring thorough inspections and quality repairs.

Responsibilities

• Identifying the source of vehicle problems using visual inspections, diagnostic tools, and test drives.
• Replacing worn or damaged parts like brakes, tires, batteries, engine components.
• Explaining repair needs to customers and addressing concerns.
• Checking if repairs have been completed successfully by driving the vehicle.
• Ordering and maintaining inventory of spare parts.
• Updating vehicle service history and documenting repairs performed.
• Staying updated on new vehicle technologies and repair procedures.
• Undertaking maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand dexterity

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Fault diagnosis: Identifying the source of vehicle problems using visual inspections, diagnostic tools, and test drives.
• Repairs and maintenance: Replacing worn or damaged parts like brakes, tires, batteries, engine components, and performing regular servicing like oil changes and filter replacements.
• Customer interaction: Explaining repair needs to customers and addressing concerns.
• Road testing: Checking if repairs have been completed successfully by driving the vehicle.
• Parts management: Ordering and maintaining inventory of spare parts.
• Record keeping: Updating vehicle service history and documenting repairs performed.
• Technical knowledge: Staying updated on new vehicle technologies and repair procedures.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude: Understanding how vehicle systems work and how to troubleshoot issues
• Hand dexterity: Ability to use tools precisely and safely
• Problem-solving skills: Identifying the root cause of problems and finding effective solutions
• Attention to detail: Ensuring thorough inspections and quality repairs

Schedule

Monday to Friday

09:00 till 5:00 pm

Vehicle Technician key responsibilities

• To undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles to the highest standard.
• Carry out all work completely and effectively whilst adhering to manufacturer’s scheduled times to maintain efficiency

If your skills and experience match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.