Automotive Technician (Diagnostics)

This used car dealership workshop in Cape Town CBD needs a qualified mechanic who can handle services, repairs and electrical faults. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Road test vehicles before and after repairs
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts
• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign

• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams
• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop

• Staff discount on parts and services
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates
• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer
• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target

• Put your trade test date and the car brands you know best at the top of your CV.
• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.