Auto General Service Technician

Icahn Automotive Group•West Covina, CA

About The Position

The General Service Technician performs basic automotive services, including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, and vehicle inspections, while providing an excellent customer experience. The role also helps maintain clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department and may involve advising customers about recommended or required automotive services and repairs. The technician learns to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems and keeps current with changing automotive technology through formal training.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Passion for a career as an automotive technician.
Eagerness to learn and a competitive drive to succeed.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent lifting of equipment weighing more than 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems, including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical systems.
Participate in formal training to stay current with automotive technology.
Change engine oil and filters.
Install tires and perform tire maintenance.
Install batteries and check starting and charging systems.
Install headlights and other small bulbs.
Repair flat tires.
Install wiper blades.
Stock and unload tires.
Assist fellow technicians and mechanics with technical activities.
Keep store management informed of mechanical repair problems.
Clean and maintain an organized shop.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety and environmental rules.
Provide advice to customers and sell recommended or required automotive services and repairs as needed.