Automotive technician

Full-time - No weekends Our client is a well-established and respected dealership, and they are now hiring an Automotive Technician for their Reading site. Ideally you will already have at least 3 years workshop and be EV (training will be provided for the right candidate) Full manufacture training will be provided for someone with the ambition to progress. Our client offers hours operating Monday to Friday and a great work environment. As a Technician, your role will be to:: Through the use of diagnostic equipment and a systematic approach, ensure vehicle faults are diagnosed and rectified. Meet with customers to identify and clearly understand problems as and when required. Ensure full understanding of latest technology introduced on the vehicle range and how to diagnose and repair faults on them. Carry out diagnosis, repairs and servicing to the highest standards and to the appropriate specification. Ensure all work is carried out observing safe working practices of self and others. Liaise and seek advice from colleagues and supervisors in situations that are over and above work specified. Check level and quality of work through use of diagnostic equipment and road testing vehicles after work has been carried out. Liaise with Service Advisor. Complete relevant service documentation (Job sheets, PDI #39;s, service reports) in line with warranty and dealership requirements. Ensure that workshop housekeeping standards are maintained at all times including the use of special and personal tools. Work with other workshop and dealership colleagues to provide excellent customer service. Share best practice when appropriate. For this position, a full driving licence is essential.Other Duties: Perform routine vehicle servicing and maintenance Communicate with customers to understand issues, concerns and provide work estimates Maintain repair and service records Service and repair vehicles based on identified issues Maintain equipment and facilities to ensure functional longevity and workplace safety Road test vehicles (including manual transmission) Accurately use diagnostic equipment to inspect vehicles and identify issues Benefits: Additional day off on special birthday 3pm finish on any birthday frac12; annual leave after 5 years 1 additional day after 10 years Staff shopping discount benefit portal Monday to Friday only 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus and KPIs Government Pension