43767 Automotive Technician - Union Light Duty

Job Description

Job Description

Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is hiring a Light Duty Technician.

The  Technician - Light Duty – Union is responsible for performing entry-level vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. This includes preventive maintenance such as oil and filter changes, rotating tires, inspecting brakes, performing fluid flushes, replacing light bulbs, mounting and balancing tires, replacing wiper blades and replacing batteries and inspection of vehicle for mechanical deficiencies.

The Technician - Light Duty – Union will be responsible for the following:

• Receive repair orders and take vehicle to designated stalls/work areas
• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards
• Communicate with parts department to obtain parts as needed
• Inform Service Advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised
• Document work performed on each vehicle on the Repair Order
• Road test vehicles to quality check work performed as required
• Work in conjunction and/or in support of other technician(s) and/or the Service Manager/Shop Foreman
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age with a valid Driver’s License and a reasonably clean driving record that will be subject to review
• High School Diploma
• Ability to drive automatic and manual transmission vehicles
• Ability to complete entry-level repairs in all aspects of the vehicle utilizing modern system diagnostics
• Ability to work on a variety of vehicles, both newer and older
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to demonstrate thorough follow up and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the position and the dealership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some technical education
• A minimum of 1 year experience in an automotive dealership

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran