Technician

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Automotive Technician to join our team. The Automotive Technician will play a crucial role in our service department, performing maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction. We are looking for technicians of all levels to service our client's cars. Technicians with experience at German car dealers and luxury automotive shops are highly desired.


Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid flushes, and filter replacements, according to manufacturer specifications.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems on vehicles, including engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, and drivetrain components.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment and software toidentifyand troubleshoot vehicle issues accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and road tests toidentifyand address anyadditionalmaintenance or repair needs.
• Follow dealership and manufacturer guidelines and procedures for warranty and recall repairs, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Maintainaccurateand detailed records of work performed on vehicles, including parts used, labor hours, and diagnostic findings.
• Communicate effectively with service advisors and customers to explain recommended repairs and provide estimates for labor and parts costs.
• Assistwith training and mentoring junior technicians and apprentices as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while performing maintenance and repairtasks, andensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Examine vehicles for both safety and maintenance items.
• Notify other servicepersonnelif work cannot be completed as promised.
• Keep up to date on manufacturer training and certifications.
• Understand and follow all state and federal regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardouswastes.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a vocational or technical training program in automotive technology preferred.
• Minimum of [insert number] years of experience as an automotive technician, with a strong understanding of automotive systems and components.
• Certification from National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) preferred.
• Proficiencyin using diagnostic equipment and software, including scan tools and manufacturer-specific diagnostic systems.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment whilemaintainingquality and accuracy.
• Able to drive manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Ability to work some Saturdays.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Employer-paid life insurance up to $25,000, withadditionalcoverage available
• Annual employer-paid flu vaccination
• Employer matching 401k contributions up to 3%
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Reimbursement for jury duty pay difference for full-time employees (up to two weeks per year)
• Paid vacation time: 1 week/year after one year of employment, 2 weeks/year after two years, and 3 weeks/year after five years
• Paid sick leave: 3 days/year
• Paid bereavement leave: 3 days/year for immediate family members
• Online access (PC and Apps) to Payroll (Clocking in & out) & Benefits Data
• Toll Free Payroll & Benefits number to call for help M-F 7 AM to 10:30 PM (CST)
• Access toLifeCare(24 hours a day), a Work-Life Employee Assistance Program. LifeCaresaves time and money with quality matches to resources for parenting, senior care, legal and financial services, home services, wellness, and EAP sessions. LifeCarealso operatesLifeMart, one of the largest members-only onlinediscountsshopping websites, with discounts on thousands of products and services.
• Access to "Health Advocate" to give you trained professionals to help take care of Health Care & Benefits Issues

Voluntary benefits including:

• Dental insurance with employer contribution
• Medical insurance with employer contribution
• Health savings account contributionoption
• Vision plan
• Legal shield coverage
• Christmas fund with company match

If you are a skilled and experienced automotive technician with a passion for delivering exceptional service, we invite you to apply for the Automotive Technician position at our dealership. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Join us in providing top-quality service and maintaining the trust and satisfaction of our customers. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Our dealership has been and remains committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or preference, marital status, citizenship status, military status, age, national origin, nationality, handicap or disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law or regulation. In keeping with this policy, we seek to recruit, hire, train, and promote into available jobs the most qualified persons and to administer personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, layoffs, and terminations in accordance with this policy. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in the workplace in a manner that is consistent with this policy.