Automotive Service Technician

Company Description The Dimmitt Automotive Group's innovative, state-of-the-art, 40,000 square foot temperature-controlled Certified Collision Center is part of our commitment to provide our customers with access to world-class service for their premium automobiles. This includes body, paint, and collision repair. Additionally, our facility is the largest Aluminum Certified Collision Center on the west coast of Florida. Conveniently located in Oldsmar, we provide world-class collision services throughout Tampa Bay and the Florida Gulf Coast, such as Clearwater, Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, Brandon, Port Richey, Dunedin, Sarasota, and Wesley Chapel, among others. Job Description The service technician is responsible for the proper mechanical repair of vehicles. Acquire and maintain thorough knowledge of products, vehicle repairs and maintenance. Perform assigned vehicle repairs and maintenance to factory and dealership standards and specifications. Properly maintain tools and equipment when performing service work and follow correct safety practices. Obtain approval from shop foreman whenever work cannot be performed in accordance with standards and specifications. Follow dealership procedures when obtaining parts. Organize work and plan for efficient moving of cars as well as obtaining parts and returning warranty parts for storage. Give special attention to repair orders marked CSI or WAITING and expedite such repairs. Special attention must be given to repeat repairs to ensure the problem is corrected and eliminate a future comeback. Test and check all repairs as directed by the shop foreman or service manager, check and double check all comebacks. Recommend needed repairs or maintenance on customer cars to the shop foreman or service advisor when appropriate. Determine cause of a malfunction; use function test, test drive, or refer to test technician as necessary. Provide a diagnostic estimate if necessary. Assist other technicians on the job; provide technical information; ensure use of correct tools and equipment. Assist with diagnosis of difficult and unusual malfunctions. Perform requested labor operations using recommended procedures, tools, and equipment. Order parts according to procedures. Conduct final inspection on all vehicles. Review completed repair order. Compare labor operations to parts issued. Maintain vehicle service history files. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Create and maintain a safe work environment by abiding to and enforcing all safety regulations and practices found in the Company's Safety Program. Promote a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity, compassion and respect. Provide superior quality service to internal and external customers. Be an effective team member who is innovative, proactive and focused on quality improvements. Work effectively with staff, customers and all levels of management. Present a positive and professional image to customers, staff and vendors. Manage multiple projects and duties simultaneously. Meet critical deadlines. Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. Communicate both in writing and in person. Maintain current product and technical knowledge. Qualifications High School diploma or the equivalent; Must be knowledgeable with alignment machine, wheel balance machine, scan tools and Tesla scan tools. ASE certification preferred. At least two years automotive experience Valid in-state Driver's license and clean driving record We are a DFWP The Technician will perform physically demanding work throughout the shift. In addition to standing for 6-8 hours and lifting up to 80 pounds. Benefits Group Benefits eligibility for full-time associates is 1st of month after 60 days. The plan includes: Subsidized Health Insurance>with eligibility the first of the month following 60 days of service Company funded Group Term Life and matching AD&D i n the amount of $5,000.00 PTO available with cashout option after the completion of 1 year of service Paid holidays after the completion of 90 days of service 401(K) eligibility after the completion of 60 days of service. A company match is provided up to 3% of the associate’s contribution. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. 10% vested after the completion of 1 year of service 100% vested after the completion of 2 years of service Company funded Employee Assistance Program offering 6 counseling sessions per year for the associate, spouse, and dependent children Employee Discount Program to include sales and service #J-18808-Ljbffr US Lawns