Automotive |Apprentice Technician | $18/hr

Virginia Tire and Auto•Springfield, VA

50d•$18

About The Position

Our Automotive Apprentice Technicians are experienced, passionate about working on cars and want to grow quickly in their careers. You need to have the experience to independently perform oil changes and/or tire repairs which makes you immediately eligible for advanced classes and a toolbox program to aid in your learning and growth. From Mazda's to Maserati's, you get to work on many different makes and models mounting and balancing tires, performing oil changes, other automotive services while learning your trade and building a career. Our shops are filled with the latest tools and technologies, and through our apprentice position you are fast-tracked to success. Virginia Tire & Auto is the place to take your automotive career to the next level.

Requirements

Have and maintain a valid driver's license
Proven investment in your future goals i.e. owning tools, attending courses and training programs
Ability to independently perform oil changes and/or replace tires
1 consecutive year or work experience -OR- two years of high school auto tech courses
6+ months of automotive mechanical experience or equivalent NOVA courses

Responsibilities

Become knowledgeable on VTA procedures and perform the following automotive services on customer vehicles:
Mount and balance tires
Tire repairs
Oil changes
Battery installation
Visual Brake Checks
Basic Maintenance Light Reset
Complete a 25-point vehicle condition report on all vehicles and check All-Data for scheduled maintenance services on all vehicles
Thoroughly document and create estimates for service recommendations based on the 25-point vehicle condition report.
Work individually and as a team with the Service Department to meet all promise times.
Keep pace with customers, balance multiple priorities and use good judgment to manage time.
Participate and complete required training classes to attain C-technician
Achieve and maintain 40% productivity and $100 rec/car within first 90 days

Benefits

Guaranteed hourly rate
Toolbox and Tools (valued at $8,000)
Low-Cost Health Insurance
Industry best paid vacation and holidays
Tire and auto repair discounts
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Affordable dental and vision insurance
Life & short-term disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Predictable Schedules
Energy filled, busy shops
A clean, professional work environment with a team that wants to see you succeed
A company culture designed to support your career growth