Military & Veteran Automotive Technicians/Mechanics - Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head

Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head Automotive Technician/Mechanic

Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head, part of the fast-growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail sales and service, is seeking Transitioning Military & Veteran Automotive Technicians/Mechanics to join our team! We are committed to supporting veterans in their transition to civilian careers and offer a VA-approved On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Apprenticeship Program all while building a long-term career in a state-of-the-art dealership environment. Our Service Technicians are passionate about customer service, take pride in their work, and enjoy being part of a winning team that values and invests in its employees.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head & Group 1 Automotive.

In addition to top industry pay, we offer:

• Market Leading Pay, based on experience, Plus Bonuses
• A Great Working Environment with State-of the Art Dealerships
• Advanced Diagnostic Equipment with access to multiple diagnostic consoles
• Unlimited Training & Career Growth
• On the Job and Off Site Paid Training
• Structured, Self-paced and paid Training Opportunities Leading to Manufacturer and Group 1 Recognition
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time off
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tool purchase program

Responsibilities

• Military Veterans with a maintenance related career, technician experience, or mechanic experience will perform assigned work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnosing the cause of malfunctions and performing repairs, if authorized by dealership service advisors.
• Coordinating with the Parts Department to ensure availability of parts.
• Saving and tagging parts if under warranty or if requested by Service Consultants (for customers).
• Examining the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notifying Service Advisors if additional work is needed or if repairs/work cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Documenting work performed as directed by Service Advisors.
• Road testing vehicles to ensure quality of repair and ensuring vehicles remain clean.
• Military Veterans with a maintenance related career, technician, or mechanic experience are responsible for keeping abreast of factory technical bulletins and attending factory-sponsored training classes.
• Keeping the dealership service area neat and clean and remaining accountable for all tools used.
• Understanding and complying with federal, state and local regulations, such as safety requirements, hazardous waste disposal, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other policies, procedures and programs as required.
• Automotive technicians are required to wear appropriate PPE, to include safety glasses. Always maintaining safety awareness.
• Automotive technicians will be required to work closely with others or independently, if needed.
• Dealership uniforms are required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled and approved for the GI Bill benefits
• Military Veterans with a maintenance related career, technician, or mechanic experience must meet the following qualifications:
• Formal military schooling in a technical field such as mechanical, power generation, aviation maintenance, electrical, electronics, hydraulic systems, or other parallel technical specialized skills; Must be able to provide proof of technical training and job designation.
• A Positive & Friendly Attitude
• Tools based on your experience
• Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to Achieve Targeted Goals
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have a Valid Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.