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Basic Salary up to c. £34,000 depending on experience Minimal Saturdays and plenty of overtime available Mon - Fri, 830 - 530 with a half hour lunch break Independent Garage with Main Dealer level of service Join a garage with high level diagnostic tools that does motorsport and racing work as well as general service work You will have the opportunity to train in things like tuning and remapping, so long as you have qualifications and experience in vehicle mechanics and a passion for cars

Our client is an automotive business in Chesterfield, which is looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their team as it grows. This garage is known track and race work as well as performance elements like tuning and remapping, so experience in these areas would be helpful, although full training is provided where needed.

Responsibilities of this Vehicle Technician role:Repair and service vehiclesUndertake major engine and electrical workComplete diagnostic checksInspect vehicles for wear and tear/general faultsTuning, retrofitting, engine work, track and race work: you don't necessarily need experience in these things as full training will be providedThe ideal Vehicle Technician will have:Level 3 qualification or the equivalent level of skillExperience working in a garage or main dealerExcellent technical knowledgeFull UK driving licenceOwn set of toolsA passion for cars as well as an interest in motorsport and racingThe successful Vehicle Technician will get:Basic salary of up to c. £34,000 depending on experienceLimited Saturday morningsWork for a garage with dealership level diagnostic tools and get involved with motorsport and racingA place within an up and coming business A wide variety of work and the opportunity to develop your skills in new areas of workA great working atmosphere If this Vehicle Technician vacancy interests you or if you would like to find out about other Motor Trade Jobs in Chesterfield, please contact Sam Butcher at Perfect Placement now!

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