Vehicle Technician jobs at Arnold Clark

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What is a Vehicle Technician?

As a Vehicle Technician, you’ll safely prepare our customers’ cars for the road ahead. You’ll care about every detail and take pride in doing a meticulous job.

We’ve got a wide range of Vehicle Technician jobs on offer in our branches throughout the UK. Are you looking for flexibility, experience with a range of different manufacturers and a supportive environment to continue to develop your skills?  Then a Mechanic job at Arnold Clark could be right for you. With day and night shift roles available, find a job that will work around your lifestyle.

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Vehicle Technician

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE


  • Earn up to an additional £9,000 every three years in performance bonuses
  • Monday – Thursday, 8am – 5.30pm and Friday, 8am – 4.30pm 
  • Occasional weekend shift – with enhanced Saturday rate
  • 33 days' annual leave 
  • Toolbox cover 
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Night Shift Vehicle Technician

Salary: £19.25 per hour


  • Earn up to an additional £9,000 every three years in performance bonuses
  • Monday – Thursday, 7:30pm – 7am
  • No weekend shifts
  • 26.5 days’ annual leave
  • Toolbox cover
Just landed in 2024

Mechanic performance bonus

Earn an additional bonus of up to £9,000 every three years.

We've introduced a brand-new performance bonus scheme for our third and fourth-year apprentices and our fully qualified Mechanics. This scheme gives you the opportunity to earn an additional bonus of up to £9,000 every three years*, and every three years after that – and it's all based on just doing your job to the highest standard.

*Terms and conditions apply. Speak to the recruitment advisors for more information when applying.

Car Mechanic jobs

We’ve got a range of Mechanic jobs available at Arnold Clark:

  • Dayshift Mechanics
  • Nightshift Mechanics
  • MOT Tester
  • Used Vehicle Preparation Mechanic
  • Nightshift Used Vehicle Preparation Mechanic
  • Master Mechanic

Locations

With over 200 car dealerships in Scotland and England, representing over 30 different manufacturers, Arnold Clark is Europe's largest independent, family run car company.

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Why choose a career at Arnold Clark?

Working at Arnold Clark comes with some great benefits:

  • Employee benefits:

    • 33 days holiday allowance
    • Flexible working approaches
    • Sick pay entitlement
    • Private health care
    • Pension scheme
    • Life assurance scheme
    • Maternity and paternity cover
  • Discounts on:

    • Servicing and repairs
    • Car and van rental
    • Cars purchased through Arnold Clark
    • Car parts
    • Training with GTG Training
    • Insurance and breakdown cover

If you want to learn more about our recruitment policy, click here.

Career progression

Progression is one of our key values as a company. We recognise the potential in every employee and offer many routes for training and career development. Vehicle Technicians at Arnold Clark can progress into a range of roles, such as:

  • EV Technician
  • Master Technician
  • Workshop controller
  • Service Manager
  • Regional Manager
  • Aftersales Franchise Manager
 

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GTG Technical Trainer

FAQs

What is the Vehicle Technician salary?

At Arnold Clark, we offer our mechanics £40k – 50k per year, with the opportunity to earn up to £9,000 in performance bonus payments every three years.

What is the difference between Level 2 and Level 3 Vehicle Technicians?

Level 2 Vehicle Technicians are known at Arnold Clark as Used Vehicle Preparation Technicians and would have a minimum of two years’ previous experience in a vehicle workshop environment, plus a minimum Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Meanwhile, our Level 3 Vehicle Technicians would require a certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and previous experience in the automotive industry.

What does a Vehicle Technician do at Arnold Clark?

Day-to-day jobs include:

  • Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards
  • Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment
  • Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts and resolving defects
  • Carrying out DVSA vehicle testing (if authorised)
  • Road-testing vehicles to check repairs
  • Maintaining equipment and making sure tools are in good condition
  • Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed
  • Completing all documentation to the required standard
How to become a Mechanic

If you’re looking to get into a career as a Vehicle Technician, we can help! We offer a range of apprenticeships that will allow you to earn while you learn.

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