Auto Electrical & Air Conditioning Technician

Love automotive work but don't want to do the same thing every day? If you're an experienced automotive technician with skills in auto electrical and air conditioning who enjoys variety, working with your hands and turning your skills to different challenges, we'd like to talk. ProAuto is growing, and we're looking for a capable all-rounder to join our Rolleston team. This isn't a role where you'll spend every day doing the same workshop jobs. One day you might be carrying out automotive electrical work or servicing an A/C system. The next you could be completing a commercial vehicle fit-out, installing vehicle technology, tackling an electrical fault or turning your hand to some general automotive work. If you enjoy variety, take pride in doing things properly and don't want to be pigeonholed into doing the same type of work every day, you'll enjoy what we do. Why ProAuto? We're a growing, locally owned business with a reputation for quality workmanship, practical solutions and looking after our customers. Our work covers automotive electrical, automotive air conditioning, commercial and specialist vehicle fit-outs, accessories, GPS tracking and vehicle communications technology. We know great people are the reason our customers keep coming back. We want people who enjoy what they do, take pride in their workmanship and are happy to turn their hand to different jobs when needed. In return, you'll get interesting and varied work, quality tools and equipment, opportunities to keep developing your skills and a team that values the experience and practical ability you bring. The Role You'll be involved in a varied mix of work, including: Automotive electrical repairs, installations and fault finding Automotive air conditioning servicing, repairs and regassing Commercial and specialist vehicle fit-outs Vehicle accessory and technology installations GPS tracking and vehicle communications installations General automotive tasks when required, including servicing, brakes and suspension Testing, commissioning and completing job documentation What We're Looking For We're looking for a practical automotive all-rounder who: Has solid hands-on automotive electrical experience Has experience with automotive air conditioning Enjoys varied work and is comfortable turning their hand to different automotive tasks Takes genuine pride in producing high-quality work Has good practical problem-solving and fault-finding skills Is reliable and able to work independently while also being part of a team Is comfortable learning and working with new vehicle technology Holds a full New Zealand Driver Licence Welding and fabrication skills would be an advantage, but aren't essential. Experience with general automotive mechanical work, such as servicing, brakes and suspension, would also be an advantage but isn't essential. You don't necessarily need to tick every box. If you've got strong automotive electrical and/or air conditioning experience, practical ability and the right attitude, we'd still like to hear from you. What We Offer A competitive remuneration package that reflects your skills, experience and the value you bring Genuine variety – not the same jobs day after day Quality tools and equipment Ongoing technical and product development The opportunity to work across a wide range of vehicles and technology A supportive, experienced team A stable, full-time role in a growing Rolleston business Already Employed? That's OK. We know good automotive technicians are often already in good jobs. If you're good at what you do but have wondered whether there's something different out there, you don't need to commit to applying to find out. Get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role and ProAuto. No cover letter required, no pressure and complete discretion. Or, if you're ready to make a move, send us your CV. We'd really like to hear from you.