Automotive Service Technician at Volkswagen Audi Spokane
About The Position
AutoNation is hiring an Automotive Service Technician for Volkswagen Audi Spokane. The technician performs assigned vehicle repairs in accordance with dealership and factory standards, using general mechanical knowledge and following supervisors’ directions and service publications. The role is intended for experienced candidates and involves working with customers and dealership colleagues, including service advisors, technicians, parts associates, cashiers, sales associates, and managers. The position is based in a busy, temperature-controlled shop and offers opportunities to work with tenured technicians and advisors. The stated compensation is $21+ per flat-rate hour, based on experience, training, and certifications, with additional bonus components tied to longevity, proficiency, and overrides. AutoNation also describes paid OEM training, career paths, PTO, benefits, incentives, employee discounts, and referral programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information.
- General mechanical skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to drive manual-transmission vehicles.
- Manual dexterity, good judgment, and ability to safely operate power tools, hand tools, and other machinery.
- Demonstrated customer service skills.
- Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance.
- Graduation from a mechanical vocational trade school or equivalent experience.
- Ability to operate an automobile.
- Technical aptitude demonstrated by ASE certification or successful completion of a pre-employment test.
Nice To Haves
- Technical or trade school degree.
Responsibilities
- Stay current in diagnostic methods and service techniques for vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership.
- Complete repair orders efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work.
- Participate in service technician training programs and in-dealership training activities.
- Become familiar with service bulletins, manuals, and other service publications.
- Attend manufacturer-sponsored service training.
- Accurately and clearly record causes of failure and work performed on repair orders.
- Communicate with the service manager, service technician team leader, and/or service consultant about repair order and diagnostic information.
- Request necessary parts from the parts department.
- Communicate diagnosis, repair status, road-test results, and work completion to the service manager, service technician team leader, and/or service consultant.
- Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt, and harsh chemicals.
Benefits
- Paid OEM training opportunities.
- Longevity and productivity bonuses and incentives.
- Paid time off and vacation policy.
- Structured career paths and advancement opportunities.
- Health insurance options.
- Technician referral program, based on position.
- Employee discounts on purchases, parts, and service.
- 401(k) matching.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Maternity benefits.
- Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
- Discounts through YouDecide.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
