Classic Car Technician

Ideal Classic Cars•Venice, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Service Technician is responsible for servicing and repairing vehicles as assigned by the Service Manager. We are looking to hire in multiple areas of the shop. Come join our team and work in an air-conditioned shop, on all makes and models of classic cars. To qualify you must be skilled at your trade, passionate about classic cars and quality of work performed, focused on attention to detail, striving to learn/improve, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Pay is dependent upon these attributes and abilities. About Us: Jenkins Auto Group, founded by Don Jenkins in 1998, is an industry-leading automotive retailer based in Ocala, FL. With over 1,300 employees representing 17 automotive brands, we offer new and pre-owned vehicles, financing, warranties, automobile parts, accessories, service, and body repair. Our commitment is to provide customers with an outstanding automotive experience delivered with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm. At Jenkins Auto Group, we believe in promoting growth and upholding our forward trajectory through great people, high standards, and best practices, recognizing that our team is integral to our success. Essential requirements: Must possess Classic Car experience for this job. A strong mechanical / electrical background. Must be able to diagnose and repair a multitude of classic vehicle engine components, including point-style distributors, carburetors, trouble shoot and fix electrical issues. Must own your own tools ASE certified is a plus but not required Good communication skills are essential Time management is imperative Must pass a background check, pass a drug test, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to drive a manual transmission Perform any task requested by Service Manager pertaining to the shop, store or cars

Requirements

Must possess Classic Car experience for this job
A strong mechanical / electrical background
Must be able to diagnose and repair a multitude of classic vehicle engine components, including point-style distributors, carburetors, trouble shoot and fix electrical issues
Must own your own tools
Good communication skills are essential
Time management is imperative
Must pass a background check, pass a drug test, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to drive a manual transmission
Perform any task requested by Service Manager pertaining to the shop, store or cars

Nice To Haves

ASE certified is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Expertly diagnose issues based upon experience, analysis, and testing
Maintain leading-edge knowledge of automotive diagnosis technology, digital manuals, and reference materials
Possess an increasingly broad knowledge of how vehicles' complex components work and interact
Perform routine service inspections, test, and lubricate engines and other major components
Repair automobiles and light trucks that run on gasoline, electricity, or alternative fuels, such as ethanol
Adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the automotive industry, as well as in the diagnostics arena
Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned