Vehicle TechnicianWe are looking for a technician to join our friendly and supportive team at our site in St Albans with a focus on delivering the service our customers have come to expect. We specialise in the replacement of major units and components on modern cars and lcvs and have a large customer base including many of the largest insurance fleet and lease companies in the country. The majority of our work is engine replacements on vehicles under 7 years old. We are looking for a Technician who is looking to work with a friendly and supportive team. Key Areas of Responsibility:
The repair and maintenance of modern cars and light commercial vehicles
Confirming / diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults with vehicles
Replacement of major unit components such as engines, gearbox, fuel systems and turbos
Conducting vehicle health (safety) checks and performing routine maintenance of vehicles
Carrying out road testing and final vehicle checks before signing off repairs as complete
Working as part of a team liaising with the workshop manager as jobs progress and supporting the sales team with the technical information required to gain approval for repairs, such as diagnosing the route cause of an component failure
Ensuring good working practices, following Health & Safety guidelines at all timesThe Ideal candidate:
NVQ Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or equivalent qualification
Experience carrying out repair and replacement of major units such as engines, cylinder head injections system and turbos
Experience working on modern light commercials and passengers cars
Experience stripping engines to diagnose faults
You must have your own tools
A full UK driving Licence
F Gas qualification
Level 3 Electric / Hybrid vehicle system repair and replacement qualification
Diagnostic experience, both mechanical & electrical
GSCE English and Mathematics qualifications to a grade C- 4 or equivalent
Positive "Can Do" attitude
Good house keeping skills. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all timesWhat we offer:
Day shift, Monday to Friday
31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Ongoing training and professional development.
Uniform and PPE provided
Free onsite parking
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles
Employee discount on Vodaphone
Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
Competitive salary
Pension plan with 3.5% employer contributionPlease note: This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, right to work and reference checks.We reserve the right to close this this vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Who are we? Owned by industry-leading auctioneer, RB Global, IAA annually processes tens of thousands of vehicles nationwide, serving an international buyer base in more than 170 countries including registered customers, insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies as well as charitable organisations. Daily online auctions showcase salvage and non-salvage inventory, offering buyers a wide range of vehicles to choose from