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Vehicle Technician – Chorley
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
Clock Garage is a family-run business established for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service and offering a personal touch that you don’t find in large dealer groups.
We are a small, friendly team looking to recruit an experienced Vehicle Technician to support our continued growth. This role offers genuine opportunities for career progression as the business expands.
The Role:
You will work on a wide range of vehicle makes and models, carrying out repairs, diagnostics, and servicing. Unlike many dealerships, we focus on repairing rather than replacing wherever possible, including engine rebuilds and cost-effective solutions for our customers.
This is a varied role that provides excellent opportunities to develop your skills and avoid repetitive work. Ongoing training and development will be provided where needed.
You will be based in a fully equipped workshop using modern diagnostic equipment and specialist tools, working within a relaxed and supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out servicing and repairs on customer and sales vehicles
- Perform vehicle inspections and identify faults
- Complete Vehicle Health Checks
- Conduct road tests for diagnostics and quality checks
- Communicate effectively with the service team and customers
- Obtain authorisation for any additional work required
About You:
- Qualified Vehicle Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent preferred)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role (preferred)
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills with colleagues and customers
- Passionate about the motor trade and continuous development
Key Attributes:
- Team player
- Quality focused
- Honest with high levels of integrity
- Experience with vehicle electrical systems and diagnostics (training can be provided)
Career Development:
- Opportunities to progress into senior or specialist technician roles
- Ongoing training and upskilling, including diagnostics and advanced repair techniques
- Pay progression linked to skill development
The Package:
- Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
- Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:15 (no weekends)
- Company pension scheme
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- On-site parking available
- Conveniently located in Chorley with good local transport links
To apply for the Vehicle Technician role based in Chorley, please send a copy of your CV using the apply button provided or contact us directly with your details.
Applications will be processed within 7 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and currently reside in the UK.
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