Automotive Hood Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance

Company Overview
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Grease Monkey® brand currently operates more than 300 centers internationally with operations in Mexico, China, Colombia and Saudi Arabia. Grease Monkey® is the nation’s largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers and is looking to expand in 2021 by opening 30+ new locations. Grease Monkey® International, LLC is the nation’s largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers serving more than 2 million customers each year.
Our Grease Monkey® Certified Pit Crews offer customers a service experience that is unrivaled in the automotive industry. Our highly trained technicians are certified using our proprietary Grease Monkey® Technician Training & Certification Program. Grease Monkey® certified pit crews offer drivers an exceptional experience, delivered with speed and precision.
Position Overview 
During the Full Service Oil Change, the hood technician is responsible for performing all of the services in the engine compartment. The hood technician is also responsible for directing the activities in the bay area, ensuring that the service has been thoroughly completed and recorded on the Work Order. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Work safely, wear safety gear, keep work area clean and organized.
• Use Echo System / Echo services and vehicle information
• Direct the vehicle into the bay 
• Place fender covers on the vehicle 
• Perform light check and check/fill automatic transmission fluid(when applicable), condition and level of oil, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid, coolant, battery electrolyte 
• Remove and check emissions components: Replace top-side oil filter, when applicable. air filter, cabin air filter, breather, and radiator cap. Deliver emissions components to center manager for customer presentation. when applicable Install emissions components 
• Perform visual inspection of belts, hoses, and other hood compartment components, document unusual conditions 
• Perform additional services, as needed, perform final safety and quality check
• Record information on Work Order 

Other Duties and Responsibilities 
In addition to the duties listed above, every crew member is responsible for general center maintenance and cleaning duties such as mopping, washing center windows, lawn mowing, clearing litter, snow and ice from the site, and cleaning restrooms. Crew members must attend crew meetings and run errands as required, as well as other duties assigned by a supervisor. 
Job Qualifications 

• Customer service skills Basic literacy (ready, writing, math skills) Verbal communication skills 
• Ability and license to operate motor vehicles 
• Ability to properly use mechanical hand tools 
• Attention to detail 
• Previous experience or training - Minimum 3 months actual experience or supervised training as a hood technician required 

Working Conditions 
Materials Used: Automotive oils, fluids and lubricants, windshield washer fluid, battery electrolyte. Environment: Frequent exposure to outside weather elements, noise, and vehicle exhaust fumes throughout the entire shift. 
Physical Activities: Position requires good corrected vision, hearing, frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, handling, reaching, and lifting.  
Benefits/Perks

• Discounted Services for Employees
• Flexible Hours
• Opportunities for Advancement