Company description
Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: Up to £34,000 OTE
(£24,300 Salary + £930 Flex Allowance + SE allowance of £2500 + £419 Monthly bonus)
Solution bringers. Day makers. Extra milers. We are the AA. And we keep everyone’s show on the road. There for our members wherever and whenever they need us, we’re always ready for anything. That’s why, for over 100 years, we’ve continued to evolve and adapt. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of excellent products and services to millions of customers. As a Vehicle Technician, you’ll always go the extra mile for our members. In return, we’ll go the extra mile for you, with excellent training, support, and development opportunities.
This is the job
Based out of Chelmsford, you will provide a quality, professional and effective assessment of clients vehicles against pre-specified criteria.
You will provide advice and assistance within your own area of competence, ensuring that in cases where a client requires information, or assistance, they are directed to the appropriate Team Leader or AA service or department.
What will I be doing?
- Contribute to the effective operation by providing a vehicle Mechanical Report to AA business customers/organisations.
- Carry out vehicle checks to a high standard on client’s premises against set criteria within set time frames.
- Ensure the optimum use of time and costs when undertaking diagnostic work.
- Maintain a high level of knowledge in the field of automotive systems ensuring that all equipment tooling can be used in an efficient and correct manner.
- Maintain to a high standard of serviceability and cleanliness all of the equipment, Uniform and tooling issued, reporting any loss, theft or breakage to line manager immediately.
What do I need?
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- L2 City and guilds in mechanical (or above)
- L2 NVQ in mechanical (or above)
- Must be able to attend a residential training period of up to 1 week
- Driving licence (car) with max 6 points
- Be able to get to client’s sites (no company vehicle provided)
Desirable:
- Previous car inspection or appraisal work
- Previous MOT experience
Additional Information
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Free AA breakdown membership
- Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
- Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
- Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
- Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
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