Automotive Technician - Mattoon, IL

GreatWater 360 Auto Care • Mattoon, IL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Mears Automotive, a GreatWater Garage Shop, is looking for an experienced Automotive Technician who takes pride in performing quality inspections, maintenance, and repairs while helping customers keep their vehicles safe and reliable. This role combines the personal culture of a neighborhood shop with the advanced tools, training, and support of the GreatWater network. The team values honesty, craftsmanship, and doing the job right the first time.

Requirements

• 1 or more years Automotive Technician experience or a combination of experience and training
• Possess required state and local certifications to legally perform the work
• Current and valid Driver's License
• Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• ASE A4 Suspension and/or ASE A5 Brakes certification
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• Experience performing inspections and maintenance services
• Ability to accurately identify repair needs through DVI inspections
• Knowledge of basic electrical systems and vehicle components
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Ability to get into and out of various vehicles without assistance
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle with passengers
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs without assistance
• Ability to view a monitor, and use touch screens, mice, and keyboards
• Ability to climb up/down and over/under work platforms and lifts to access vehicles for repair
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform major and fine motor skill movements using body to perform the necessary actions to complete a repair, service, vehicle inspection, or shop cleaning activity
• Ability to reach overhead, push, pull, bend over/down, stoop, and other major body movements frequently

Nice To Haves

• Work towards being a B Level Automotive Technician
• Willingness to earn ASE certifications

Responsibilities

• Perform oil changes and scheduled maintenance services
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) to identify vehicle needs
• Perform tire service, rotations, repairs, and TPMS service
• Install and service wipers, bulbs, filters, and fluids
• Perform flush services including cooling system, brake fluid, and transmission services
• Inspect and repair steering and suspension systems
• Inspect and repair brakes and braking systems
• Perform basic electrical system diagnostics and repairs
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Benefits

• Front Loaded PTO + 6 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (1 week)
• Teammate Discounts on services
• 401(k) Match: 100% of first 3% + 50% of next 2%
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA Match up to $15 per paycheck
• Company paid Life Insurance & AD&D ($25,000)
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7, free)
• Voluntary Benefits: STD, LTD, Accident, Critical Illness, Life
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement, including ASE test fee reimbursement
• LEARN to EARN Program: Technician pay growth tied to ASE certifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed