Experienced Automotive Technician
About The Position
All Star Kia of Baton Rouge, part of Hudson Automotive Group, is hiring Automotive Technicians for its award-winning, high-volume service team. Technicians perform work specified on repair orders efficiently and in accordance with quality and dealership standards. The role involves testing, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicle systems, communicating with Service Advisors about additional service needs, estimating repair time, completing warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications, and coordinating with the parts department to obtain needed parts. The posting advertises hourly pay of $25.00–$45.00 and states that certified Kia Technicians can earn up to $45 per hour. A sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available for qualified candidates. Hudson Automotive Group is a third-generation, family-owned and operated business founded in 1948. It has more than 60 dealerships and over 4,500 employees across seven states, primarily in the Southeast. The employer describes the workplace as a rewarding, high-energy environment with a state-of-the-art facility and a balanced work schedule.
Requirements
- 2–5+ years of automotive technician experience.
- Customer-focused professional who is self-motivated, competitive, and coachable.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass pre-employment background checks, an MVR check, and a drug test.
Nice To Haves
- Kia experience is preferred.
- Kia certification is associated with pay up to $45 per hour; the posting does not state this as a requirement.
Responsibilities
- Perform work specified on repair orders efficiently and in accordance with quality and dealership standards.
- Test-drive vehicles and test components and systems using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair automotive systems, including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, brakes, and air conditioning systems.
- Communicate with the Service Advisor so customers are informed when additional service is needed.
- Estimate the time needed for additional repairs.
- Perform warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications.
- Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
Benefits
- Top pay and production bonuses.
- PTO begins accruing on day one; yearly accruable PTO is also listed.
- Company-funded continued dealer/manufacturer training.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Employee development through training and advancement opportunities.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Balanced work schedule.
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
