Service Technician (Fast-Fit Centre) – Permanent

You'll service, diagnose and repair cars in a busy franchised passenger vehicle dealership in Bloemfontein. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

The work is in Bloemfontein, Free State, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts
• Diagnose engine, ABS and airbag faults with an OBD-II diagnostic scanner
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services

• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• Motor mechanic trade test certificate (Red Seal) or occupational certificate at NQF 4
• Your own basic toolbox
• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams

• Automatic gearbox or DSG repair experience
• Brand-specific training certificates from a manufacturer academy
• Air-conditioning regas experience with SAQCC Gas registration

• Staff discount on parts and services
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates
• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target

• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.
• Do not leave gaps unexplained. Say if you were working for yourself or doing mobile repairs.