Automotive Technician - Clearwater Toyota

Sonic Automotive•Clearwater, FL

About The Position

The Automotive Technician at Clearwater Toyota performs vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned, following dealership and factory standards. The technician may also oversee assigned apprentice technicians. The role includes diagnosing vehicle malfunctions, completing repairs, documenting work, communicating with the service advisor and parts department, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area. The position pays up to $25 per hour.

Requirements

High CSI is required.
ASE certification or manufacturer training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Manual dexterity.
Good judgment.
Authorized to work in the USA.
Able to perform duties and responsibilities safely.
Able to pass pre-employment testing, including background checks, an MVR check, and a drug test, and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Receive repair orders from the dispatcher and take them to the stall area.
Perform work described on repair orders efficiently and accurately, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
Diagnose the cause of malfunctions and perform repairs.
Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
Save and tag parts when a job is under warranty or when requested by the customer.
Examine vehicles to determine whether additional safety or service work is required.
Notify the service advisor immediately if additional work is unnecessary or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
Document work performed.
Road-test vehicles when required, or refer them to the test technician; do not use customer vehicles for personal errands.
Supervise assigned apprentice technicians.
Attend factory-sponsored training classes and keep up to date with factory technical bulletins.
Keep customers’ cars clean.
Keep the shop area neat and clean and account for dealership-owned tools at all times.
Follow federal, state, and local regulations, including regulations governing hazardous-waste disposal.
Follow company safety policies and procedures and immediately report accidents to a manager or supervisor.