Auto Mechanic Technician Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Auto Mechanic Technician to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job;
- Schedule future maintenance sessions and advise motorists on good vehicle use;
- Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks);
- Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately;
- Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade;
- Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity;
- Uses software to manage vehicle repair: Service menus, Dispatching, Scheduling, and others as directed by management;
- Communicates with Advisor/Team Leader changes in jobs that alter completion/promise time (breaks part, misdiagnosed, completed job early, etc.);
- Ensures thorough inspections are performed on vehicles and documented according to shop policies;
- Monitors training on University of Toyota and notifies Team Leader of needs;
- Ensures that flat rate time assignments are true and accurate and uses proper warranty documentation and policies;
- Test drives all vehicles to ensure proper repairs and preventive maintenance following route determined by Team Leader;
- Maintains a high standard of quality workmanship for the labor performed, diagnoses with accuracy, and repairs with integrity;
- Maintains “Fixed right first time” and “Done on time” scores equal to the national average;
- Notifies Service Manager of any vehicle in for repair over three days.
Requirements:
- Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods;
- Valid certification (e.g ASE) is a definite plus;
- Willingness to observe all safety precautions for protections against accidents, dangerous fluids, chemicals etc;
- Proven experience as auto mechanic;
- High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is preferred;
- Excellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles;
- Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed;
- Unrestricted driver’s license and clean driving record;
- Post-secondary automotive training or equivalent work experience;
- Neat, clean, and professional appearance;
- Can drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles;
- ASE Certification a plus;
- One year of dealer-level or large facility experience preferred;
- High School Diploma or GED;
- Broad scope of automotive mechanical/electrical knowledge.