Ford Certified Technician

Lithia Ford of Klamath FallsFord Certified TechnicianPay rate: $45.00 per flat rate hour and up depending on certifications and experience. Relocation assistance available to qualified applicants.Schedule: Monday - FridayAre you a Ford Master Certified Technician looking for a dealership that values your expertise? At Lithia Ford of Klamath Falls, we're searching for a highly skilled technician who takes pride in delivering quality repairs, mentoring others, and keeping customers safely on the road. If you're looking for a busy shop, excellent earning potential, and a team that supports your success, we'd love to meet you.What You'll DoPerform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Lithia and manufacturer standards.Diagnose cause of malfunction.Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements.Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.Accurately record time spent on repairs utilizing company time clocking procedures.Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.Responsible for providing and maintaining an inventory of normal mechanics tools to include screwdrivers, wrenches, socket wrenches, pliers, hammers, chisels and punches, and other tools needed to perform the work for which the technician is trained and not normally inventoried by the service department as "special tools".Return special tools to proper place.Use shop supplies and materials in a practical and economical manner.Maintain an organized and clean workspace, completing a stall cleaning every day.Ensure that customer's vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced.Complete all required training.Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary and required training.Participate in and utilize technical training as assigned by management.Review the technical bulletins and other publications as assigned by management.Constructively communicate with other dealership personnel as required to satisfy customer needs.Report to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its personnel, or customers.Maintain personal grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards according to departmental policies. Clean gray work shirts, creased gray work trousers, shirts to be tucked in at all times. Belts worn on trousers to be of no buckle design to avoid scratching paint on customer's vehicles.Arrive at work, take breaks, and depart work at the times designated by management.What You'll BringFord certification requiredPrior dealership experience requiredReliable, shows up ready to workSense of urgencyAttention to detailExcellent communicationCompetency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas with no supervision:Lube and Maintenance ServicesEngine RepairAutomatic TransmissionManual Drive Train RepairSuspension/Steering RepairBrake RepairElectrical/Electrical Systems RepairHybrid/Alternative FuelsHeating and A/C RepairEngine Drivability Diagnosis and Repair (Optional)Certification/Training:Manufacturer certified in all areas listed above.Minimum of 6 ASE certifications (Should be an ASE Master Technician)Must either have appropriate smog license or state emissions certification (as applicable by state/city).Customer Pay Proficiency Level: Greater than 115% Customer Pay RepairsAutomotive Technical Knowledge – Five plus years' experience preferredAcceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residenceWe offer best in class industry benefits:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision plansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsHigh School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. 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 status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.