Service Technician

Johnsons Cars are one of the UK’s leading independent Franchise Dealership Networks, with 62 multi-award winning Dealerships across the UK. Established in 1999 we have grown rapidly to represent a variety of global car manufacturers with 17 marques in total ranging from Volkswagen to Volvo, Honda, Toyota Lexus and Mazda to Fiat, Hyundai, Seat, Alfa Romeo, Abarth, Skoda, Suzuki and Ford.

At Johnsons Cars, we maintain the highest standards of professionalism and integrity at all times and recruit to deliver excellence in customer service with our expertise and enthusiasm. We have a fantastic opportunity available across our network and are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our team.

We require a Technician Apprentice of the highest calibre to join our busy service department at our Suzuki Dealership in Bilston. We offer a superb opportunity to the right person who is able to demonstrate an aptitude to learn and a keenness to develop a rewarding career within the Automotive industry.

Role and Responsibilities:

• To undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles of all types to the highest standard within scheduled times to meet company and franchise standards
• Repair, test vehicles and diagnose their faults as and when required by Service Manager and supervisory staff
• Replace components, parts, lubricants and consumables and record usage
• Keep work areas clean and tidy, organised and safe from hazards to health and safety
• Carry out work completely and effectively within manufacturers’ servicing and repair times
• Advise and report on vehicle faults and servicing requirements while working on vehicles, including future servicing/repair requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a current UK driving Licence (preferred but not essential)
• Be focussed on achieving goals; you will possess excellent interpersonal skills and will be recognised as being a self-motivated team player.
• Have excellent communication skills, as well as an aptitude and great attitude to learn and develop
• Hold a valid UK driving licence.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated, efficient and organised. This position will be part of the national apprentice scheme, so you will also be working towards your level 2 and level 3 NVQ in customer service. This is a full-time role with two-year apprentice scheme, with a basic salary in line with the government-recommended salary for a year one, and year two apprentice.

You will also benefit from 23 days paid holiday (rising to 25 for longevity of service).

This is an incredible opportunity to being a career in Automotive retail, as well as representing one of the most successful and recognised Automotive retailers in the world. if you feel up to the challenge and have the relevant ability we are looking for APPLY TODAY!

• Aged under 18 £5.28
• Aged over 18 (but still on the first year of your apprenticeship) £5.28
• Aged 18-20 £7.49
• Aged 21-22 £10.18
• Aged 23+ £10.42