Automotive Service Technician 1,2

Blain's Farm & Fleet•Portage, MI

About The Position

As a Service Center Automotive Technician at Blain’s Farm & Fleet, you will perform a range of services and duties in the Automotive Service Center. Work may include providing customer service, repairing and installing tires, balancing wheels, installing batteries, head lamps and other basic automotive parts, performing oil changes, and repairing brake systems. Other duties may be assigned, with progressive on-the-job training.

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 old.
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 Tech Level II positions: ASE A4 and A6 certifications are required.
For Michigan Tech Level III positions: ASE A3, A4, A5, and A6 certifications, or equivalent Michigan certifications, are required.

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.
Perform other assigned duties, with progressive on-the-job training.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time associates, effective on their 91st day of full-time employment.
Short- and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Life insurance and ancillary benefits for eligible full-time associates.
Identity theft protection and pet insurance for eligible full-time associates.
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.