Automotive Service Technician 3
About The Position
At Blain’s Farm & Fleet, the Automotive Service Technician 3 works in the Automotive Service Center, performing a range of automotive services and providing customer service. Duties may include tire repair and installation, wheel balancing, installation of basic automotive parts, oil changes, brake work, repairs to starting and charging systems, steering and suspension work, shock and strut installation, alignments, and trailer hitch and wiring installation. Additional duties may be assigned, with progressive on-the-job training. The role requires a valid driver’s license, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings when needed and at least every other weekend. Applicants must be at least 18, able to read and speak English, and able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks. Prior automotive repair experience and prior retail experience are preferred. Michigan stores require the listed certifications for Technician Level III or equivalent Michigan certifications. The starting pay range is $17.00–$23.00 per hour, with a $2.50-per-hour premium for Saturday and Sunday work. The position description says pay may vary based on experience, training, work location, travel requirements, and market conditions.
Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must have great communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
- Must be able to read and speak English.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be able to work evenings when needed and at least every other weekend.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks.
- For Michigan stores, Tech Level III requires ASE A3, A4, A5, and A6 certifications or equivalent Michigan certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Prior auto repair experience is preferred.
- Prior retail experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Repair and install tires.
- Balance wheels.
- Install batteries, head lamps, and other basic automotive parts.
- Perform oil changes.
- Repair brake systems.
- Repair starting and charging systems.
- Perform steering and suspension work.
- Install shocks and struts.
- Perform alignments.
- Install trailer hitches and wiring.
- Perform other assigned duties, with progressive on-the-job training.
Benefits
- Full-time associates become eligible on their 91st day of full-time employment for medical, prescription, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, ancillary benefits, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and other benefits.
- All major holidays and birthdays off.
- Advanced Leadership Training Programs.
- Associate discounts on name brands.
- Internal recognition programs.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid ASE testing and certifications.
- Saturday and Sunday weekend premium pay of $2.50 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
