Automotive Light Duty Technician

Apple Ford Apple Valley•Apple Valley, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Apple Autos is seeking a highly-driven Technician to join our team. Our dealership has been rated a Top Minnesota Workplace in the Star Tribune for the last 5 years, and we’re looking to add a passionate problem-solver to our winning team and help us continue a legacy of excellence. Apple Autos believes in The Value of our people and The Value of ongoing improvement therefor we offer training programs, tuition reimbursement, and career growth and development opportunities.

Requirements

Proven experience as an automotive technician preferred.
Hold a valid driver’s license.
Team oriented, flexible, high energy and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
Working knowledge of shop equipment such as wheel and tire equipment, alignment system, diagnostic equipment, AC equipment, etc.
Vocational/Technical or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform work specified on repair orders with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
Work independently and as a team to drive maximum repair efficiency.
Consistently and concisely detail and document repairs to ensure vehicles are fixed right the first time.
Inspect and maintain shop equipment.
Repair vehicle automotive systems including steering, suspension, braking, air conditioning, etc. to specification.
Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner to service advisors.
Inspect and test used vehicles and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Continue ongoing training to stay abreast of the new technology and techniques on the vehicle model lines.