Automotive Technician

Certified Volkswagen Technician

At Kalispell Volkswagen, we like to do things differently. We know what most people think of car dealerships, and we're here to change that! We may service and sell vehicles, but first, we're here to take care of our employees and community. We focus on the guest experience and pride ourselves in taking an open and honest approach to provide the best automotive sales and service experience. We thrive on teamwork, with an emphasis on individual accountability and employee satisfaction.

Kalispell Volkswagen is looking to add talented individuals seeking opportunities for growth, and would like to join our Service Team as a Certified Volkswagen Technician. We understand the importance of education, and invest in our staff through continual career growth and opportunities for advancement.

What We Offer:

• $55,000 - $100,000/annually DOE
• Full-Time Schedule
• 401(k) Coordination and Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Vacation & Sick Pay
• Employee Discounts on products/services
• Paid Education & Training
• Tool Assistance Program for New Technicians
• Extensive opportunities to grow and learn
• Access to company fun events year round

What You'll Do:

• Diagnose and inspect guest concerns per repair order notes
• Communicate with guests and team leads to determine nature of mechanical problems through all means; i.e. inspections, test drives, advisor or customer statements
• Perform any/all needed repairs and work as outlined on repair orders from team leads with efficiency & accuracy
• Collaborate with all service and parts teams to understand needs & provide expert service and advice for guests and dealership vehicles
• Take initiative to work with service/shop teammates and manufacturer to troubleshoot and resolve any issues or challenges that may arise during the process
• Maintain accurate records of all services performed
• Keep up-to-date with the latest mechanical techniques through ongoing training and professional development
• Provide excellent customer service to dealership teammates and dealership guests
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly stored and maintained.

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma, GED or vocational training OR job-related course work required completed
• Teamwork approach and can-do attitude
• Your own repair tools
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dealership environment independently, working with multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Ability to interpret installation instructions, diagrams and schematics to ensure accuracy and precision
• Strong technical skills and intense desire to learn
• Any level of Certification with Volkswagen of America
• Communication skills and a professional demeanor as there may be times when guests need instruction and information
• Sense of humor and motivation to learn and succeed with a team

Kalispell Auto Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.