Automotive Technician

Automotive TechnicianJoin the winning team at Plaza Tire Service! In business since 1963, Plaza Tire Service is a growing company with 75 locations. Plaza Tire Service is big enough for you to make a career, and small enough to care that you do.The Automotive Technician is responsible for effectively and efficiently diagnosing and repairing customer vehicles while adhering to the MAP guidelines and in accordance with dealership, manufacturers, and Plaza Tire Automotive standards.Compensation: Pay ranges from $20- $35 per hour depending on experience (hourly plus flag rate).Benefits:Competitive Weekly PayTuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annuallyPaid Vacation and Sick Time6 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance (Company paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company MatchDiscounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family VehiclesOpportunity for Advancement!Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Brake jobsSuspension componentsAlignmentsFront end partsPreventive maintenance itemsTire repair/replacementOil changesAnd moreQualifications:Previous automotive technician experience requiredMust be at least 18 years oldPossess valid driver's licenseAbility to work a minimum of five days per week, including Saturday'sWorking Conditions and Physical Demands:The Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.The Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the buildingBend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequentlyLift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.Communicate with customers and shop personnelVision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focusReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.