Nielsen Nissan of Stanhope Experienced Automotive Service Technician

Nielsen Automotive Group•Stanhope, NJ

1d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Nielsen Nissan of Stanhope is hiring experienced Automotive Service Technicians at mid-level and advanced skill levels. Compensation is based on verified experience, training, certifications, diagnostic ability, productivity, work quality, and other legitimate business considerations. The stated experienced/mid-level rate is $22–$30 per flat-rate hour, paid weekly, with potential production bonuses, efficiency incentives, certification increases, guarantees, and overtime eligibility. The highest rates are reserved for candidates with advanced diagnostic and repair capabilities for senior or master-level assignments. Technicians diagnose, maintain, and repair customer vehicles according to manufacturer procedures, dealership quality standards, and safety requirements. The role requires prior automotive repair experience, strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, dependable attendance, and effective collaboration with technicians, service advisors, parts employees, and management. This is a full-time, on-site position in Stanhope, New Jersey. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with one weekday off. The position involves working in a service-shop environment with noise, fumes, oils, chemicals, temperature changes, and moving equipment. Essential physical functions include lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; standing and walking for extended periods; and bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, and working underneath or inside vehicles. Required protective footwear and other personal protective equipment must be worn.

Requirements

At least three years of automotive service technician experience.
High school diploma or GED.
EPA Section 609 certification before independently servicing motor-vehicle air-conditioning systems.
Knowledge of automotive diagnostic tools, scan equipment, repair procedures, and shop equipment.
Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, and drivability concerns.
Ability to use electronic repair-order and manufacturer service-information systems.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable under Company insurance requirements.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality repairs.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to participate in continuing technical and safety training.
Dependable attendance and ability to report to work as scheduled.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds and perform the described physical functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in a service-shop environment with noise, fumes, oils, chemicals, temperature changes, and moving equipment, and to wear required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an automotive trade or technical-school program.
Current ASE certifications.
Manufacturer training and certifications.
Advanced diagnostic skills and a strong record of productivity.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair customer vehicles.
Perform routine maintenance such as oil and filter changes, tire rotations, fluid services, battery replacement, lighting repairs, and scheduled maintenance.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, engine-performance, steering, suspension, braking, climate-control, and drivability concerns.
Use scan tools, diagnostic equipment, alignment equipment, manufacturer service information, and other approved resources.
Perform wheel alignments and other repairs for which the technician is trained and authorized.
Service motor-vehicle air-conditioning systems only when properly trained and certified.
Document diagnostic findings and provide accurate repair recommendations to the Service Advisor.
Obtain required authorization before performing additional repairs.
Complete repair orders accurately and promptly, including inspections, findings, services, repairs, parts, and labor performed.
Follow manufacturer warranty, recall, technical-service-bulletin, and documentation requirements.
Perform quality-control checks and road tests to confirm completed repairs.
Move or road-test vehicles only when authorized, properly licensed, and eligible under Company insurance requirements.
Comply with Company distracted-driving requirements when operating or moving a vehicle.
Protect customer vehicles, personal property, keys, and confidential information.
Participate in manufacturer, ASE, dealership, safety, and technical training.
Use tools, lifts, diagnostic equipment, and shop machinery safely.
Wear required protective footwear, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, and other assigned personal protective equipment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment damage, vehicle damage, accidents, and injuries.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning after 90 days of employment, subject to plan terms.
Company-offered life insurance, subject to plan eligibility.
401(k) retirement plan, subject to plan eligibility.
Paid vacation after the applicable service requirement.
Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law and Company policy.
Employee discounts on eligible vehicle purchases and services.
Strayer University education benefits with online and in-person options, subject to eligibility and program terms.
Manufacturer, ASE, technical, and professional-development opportunities.
Production bonuses, efficiency incentives, certification increases, guarantees, and overtime eligibility.
Professional and team-oriented service environment.