Technician

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Location: York
Salary: Up to £54,500 - £59,500+ DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:00pm depending on business needs + 1 in 2 Saturdays, 8:00am-12:00pm

LOOKING FOR A SPECIALIST TECHNICIAN ROLE?
Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic with strong knowledge of suspension, steering and wheel alignment?
This York opportunity offers a basic salary of up to £54,500 - £59,500+ DOE, working within a modern, clean and professional accident repair environment.
You'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing and maintaining suspension and steering systems across a wide range of vehicles, with a strong focus on quality, accuracy and completing repairs to a high standard.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Up to £59,000 basic salary DOE
·Full-time, permanent position
·Modern, clean working environment
·Strong earning potential
·Training and development opportunities
·Career progression
·Professional accident repair environment
·Opportunity to develop specialist suspension and steering skills

THE ROLE
As a Vehicle Technician, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing and maintaining suspension and steering systems, ensuring vehicles are repaired safely, accurately and to the required standard.

Key responsibilities include:
·Diagnosing suspension and steering faults using diagnostic equipment and test drives
·Repairing and replacing worn or damaged suspension components
·Working on shock absorbers, struts, control arms and associated components
·Carrying out wheel alignment to manufacturer specifications
·Inspecting and servicing steering systems
·Working on steering pumps, racks, linkages and related components
·Carrying out suspension and steering maintenance, including adjustments and lubrication
·Road testing vehicles following repairs
·Ensuring suspension and steering faults have been correctly rectified
·Working efficiently to agreed repair timescales
·Maintaining a clean, safe and professional working environment
·Ensuring tools and equipment are safe and fit for purpose
·Following all relevant health and safety procedures

ABOUT YOU
This role would suit an experienced Vehicle Suspension & Steering Mechanic / Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic with:
·Proven experience within an automotive repair environment
·Strong suspension and steering knowledge
·Experience with wheel alignment
·Strong general mechanical knowledge
·Experience diagnosing and repairing vehicle faults
·Good understanding of ADAS systems
·Knowledge of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
·Excellent attention to detail
·A methodical approach to repairs
·Ability to complete work from start to finish within set timescales
·Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy environment
·Strong teamworking skills
·High standards of workmanship

APPLY TODAY
If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Suspension Technician, Steering Technician or Automotive Technician looking for a specialist mechanical role in York with excellent earning potential, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply for this Vehicle Technician vacancy, please contact Kieran at Auto Skills UK and quote Job Reference: 54930