Auto Service Technician
About The Position
This position is for an Auto Service Technician. The role involves servicing customer vehicles for various maintenance and repair tasks. There are different levels described: Basic Automotive Maintenance Specialists focus on oil changes, tire rotations, and courtesy checks. Tire Service Specialists expand on this to include tire mounting, balancing, and wheel alignment checks. The Tire Service and Alignment Technician handles more complex repairs including brakes, suspension, steering, and exhaust systems, in addition to the basic services. The role requires continuous learning to stay updated with automotive technology.
Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- A minimum of 18 years old.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in a customer-focused role in an auto service/mechanical setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Change oil and oil filters.
- Check fluids and air filters.
- Install batteries and check charging systems.
- Check/replace bulbs and wipers.
- Road test vehicles.
- Ensure all services are completed with a high degree of quality and meet the needs of the customer.
- Mount and balance tires.
- Perform wheel alignment checks.
- Install parts which include shocks, struts and accessories.
- Perform wheel alignments.
- Diagnose and repair to specifications for brakes, suspension, steering, and exhaust repairs.
- Inform store management of equipment mechanical repair problems as they occur.
- Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
