Mobile Automotive Service Technician / Roadside Mechanic at Kelston Auto Repairs 2022

Job Description:

Latest job information from Kelston Auto Repairs 2022 for the position of Mobile Automotive Service Technician / Roadside Mechanic. If the Mobile Automotive Service Technician / Roadside Mechanic vacancy in Auckland City matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Kelston Auto Repairs is a long-standing West Auckland workshop offering repairs, servicing, diagnostics, brakes, batteries, auto electrical, and panel and paint work. It has been operating for over 10 years and has continued to grow under new ownership since 2022.

The team works on everything from everyday cars to luxury and modified vehicles, using quality parts and proper tools to provide safe, reliable service and keep vehicles roadworthy.

We are looking for a Mobile Automotive Service Technician / Roadside Mechanic to join our team. This is apermanent full-time role with 30-40 hours per week. Additional hours may be available depending on business needs.

Pay rate: Competitive hourly rate, in line with industry standards, skills and experience.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out tyre fitting, balancing, puncture repairs, rotations and tyre condition checks.
• Complete basic vehicle servicing and minor repairs, including battery checks, fluid checks, wiper and bulb replacement, and routine service support.
• Inspect tyres, wheels, brakes, steering, suspension, lights and visible safety components during vehicle intake and pre-WOF checks.
• Support the WOF Inspector, Senior Mechanic and workshop team by identifying tyre, service and safety issues requiring attention.
• Attend local mobile and customer-site jobs, including tyre callouts, battery support, non-start checks and minor roadside assistance.
• Assist with basic parts removal and replacement, post-repair checks and general workshop duties.
• Use workshop tools, tyre equipment and basic diagnostic equipment safely and correctly.
• Discuss service requirements with customers and obtain approval before work starts.
• Prepare basic quotes for tyres, servicing and minor repair work.
• Keep accurate job notes, parts records and customer updates.
• Maintain stock of tyres, batteries and common service parts.
• Keep the workshop, tools, tyre equipment and mobile service vehicle clean, safe and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Escalate complex mechanical faults, WOF issues and major repairs to the Director, WOF Inspector or  Senior Mechanic.

What we’re looking for

     The ideal applicant will have:

• At least 3 years’ hands-on experience in automotive servicing, tyre fitting, roadside assistance or a similar mechanical role.
• Good practical knowledge of vehicle servicing, tyres, batteries and mechanical repairs.
• Confidence using workshop tools, tyre equipment and basic diagnostic equipment safely and correctly.
• Physical fitness and ability to safely carry out tyre changes, lifting, bending, roadside work and general workshop duties.
• A full, clean New Zealand driver licence and confidence driving to customer sites and roadside callouts.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain basic service issues clearly to customers.
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and pride in completing safe, tidy and quality work.
• Willingness to follow workplace health and safety procedures and company policies at all times.
• A police check may be required due to the mobile and customer-facing nature of the role.

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your application with a cover letter and a detailed CV outlining your relevant experience and skills.

All mandatory application questions must be completed. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Info:

• Company: Kelston Auto Repairs 2022
• Position: Mobile Automotive Service Technician / Roadside Mechanic
• Work Location: Auckland City
• Country: NZ

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