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

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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