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Jay Clayton

Sleaford,Lincolnshire

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Vehicle Technician with a strong track record at Duckworth Jaguar Land Rover and Listers BMW Boston, specialising in diagnostics, maintenance and repairs. Adept at troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, ensuring vehicles operate at peak performance while optimising service efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Proficient in manual handling and effective verbal communication, I thrive in fast paced environments and I am capable of working within a team to enhance workflow and service delivery. Additionally I took on a mentorship role while working at JLR, supporting an apprentice for three months while his mentor was on bereavement leave, guiding him through his apprenticeship and assisting with college coursework.

I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity, bringing expertise, dedication and a commitment to the brand.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Vehicle Technician

Listers BMW
Boston, Lincolnshire
09.2024 - Current
  • Moved to BMW to further progress my knowledge in the motor trade as I want to better myself as much as possible taking advantage of the training that BMW has to offer being that they are one of the biggest brands in the market.
  • Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Carried out full technical and diagnostic tests to assess vehicle issues and provide best-possible resolutions.
  • Fit body kits on high end vehicle's to a professional standard.
  • Carried out recalls on vehicle's.
  • Carried out in depth engine repairs.
  • Worked in a fast paced environment ensuring vehicles are being repaired to the highest standards.
  • Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various models.

Vehicle Technician

Duckworth Jaguar Land Rover
Boston, Lincolnshire
08.2019 - 09.2024
  • Started My Apprenticeship with the brand in August 2019, Qualified in March 2023 a lot later than expected due to Covid.
  • Capable of successfully carrying out Timing chain Repairs, Removal of transmissions and Engines.
  • Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Worked with customers to assess vehicle issues and document vehicle symptoms.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
  • F-GAS Certified
  • Located and diagnosed engine faults.
  • Carried out 4 wheel Alignments.
  • Performed targeted troubleshooting and diagnostics, quickly remedying mechanical issues.
  • Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
  • Remove and fit tyres.

Farm Hand

Ireland's Farms Ltd
Sleaford, Lincolnshire
06.2018 - 08.2018

I worked for this company over the summer season of 2017 and 2018 which involved removing contaminants from crop such as black grass and wild oats before the fields were harvested and later turned into beer for big companies such as Heineken and Brew dog. Days would start at 07:30 and finish at 16:30 Monday to Friday.

Education

GCSEs -

Queen Ethelburga's College
York, YOR

IMI Lvl 3 - Light Vehicle Technician

Jaguar Land Rover
08/2019 - 03/2023

Skills

  • Manual handling
  • Diagnosis
  • Maintenance
  • Automotive repairs
  • Verbal communication
  • Leadership

Timeline

Vehicle Technician

Listers BMW
09.2024 - Current

Vehicle Technician

Duckworth Jaguar Land Rover
08.2019 - 09.2024

Farm Hand

Ireland's Farms Ltd
06.2018 - 08.2018

GCSEs -

Queen Ethelburga's College

IMI Lvl 3 - Light Vehicle Technician

Jaguar Land Rover
08/2019 - 03/2023
Jay Clayton