Automotive Technician
About The Position
The Automotive Technician is the service center’s mechanical repair expert, responsible for professionally servicing guests’ vehicles and delivering quality work and a positive guest experience. Training programs support certification to perform mechanical services including lubrication, brakes, and tires. The role includes diagnosing and repairing braking systems and other vehicle components, preparing parts and labor estimates using the company’s computer system and automotive parts resources, and road-testing vehicles before and after service. The technician also helps train and supervise the store’s apprentice teammate. Secondary work may include fluid exchanges, fuel services, tire rotations, and gearbox service.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of automotive experience.
- 1–2 years of experience working on brake systems.
- ASE A5 Brakes certification.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- ASE certification(s) in engine performance, suspension and steering, electrical systems, or heating and air conditioning.
- Automotive technical or trade school degree.
Responsibilities
- Promote teamwork to deliver timely and accurate guest care during operating hours.
- Provide excellent guest service, including clear communication and feedback about guests’ vehicles.
- Keep the service center and workstation clean and presentable.
- Perform complete disc or drum brake service, including replacing braking components and performing brake flushes.
- Understand and explain brake system mechanics and servicing processes, answer customer questions, and diagnose brake system issues.
- Diagnose vehicle components and make necessary repairs, including engine performance, suspension and steering, electrical systems, and heating and air conditioning.
- Use the current computer system and parts resources to provide estimates for parts and labor, including All DATA, AutoZone, O’Reilly, Advance Auto Parts, and NAPA.
- Road-test vehicles before and after service to ensure work meets standards.
- Perform secondary services as needed, such as transmission and radiator fluid exchanges, fuel filter and fuel system cleaning, tire rotations, and gearbox service.
- Provide training and supervision to the store’s apprentice teammate.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Biweekly bonus incentives.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- DailyPay.
- No need to pay for tools.
- Employee discount.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Fleet referral bonuses.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
- PerkSpot access to discounts on products and services, including travel, electronics, and concerts.
- PTO after 180 days.
- Spot bonuses through an internal rewards program.
- Uniforms paid for and laundered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
