Vehicle Technician

• Pay Rate: £16.39 - £17.60 per hour
• Location: Leicester City Council
• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (1-2 months)

While driving is not the core function, it is part of the job to road test vehicles after work is complete.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Carry out vehicle, plant, and equipment inspections, servicing, test preparations, fault diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs.
• Complete all written or computerised vehicle and job sheet records upon completion of work, including descriptions of work carried out, parts used, and time taken.
• Interpret information from drivers and users of plant and equipment, provide advice on actions to be taken, and give feedback on work completed.
• Manage own workload to meet customer service standards, including repair priorities.
• Work as part of a team to provide a high-quality and efficient vehicle maintenance service.
• Undertake all works in compliance with the council’s health & safety policies and current industry regulations.
• Ensure all work is carried out efficiently, e.g., by utilising new technology and equipment.
• Continuously update skills and share knowledge regarding vehicle maintenance developments.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Valid full UK driving licence.

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