Entry Level Automotive Service Technician
About The Position
The Entry Level Automotive Service Technician is a starter position for someone entering the automotive service field. The technician performs oil changes, tire rotations, and other light maintenance work. Company and factory training is provided to help entry-level technicians grow into dealership-certified technicians. The position involves completing repair-order work efficiently and accurately according to dealership and factory standards, performing basic vehicle maintenance and inspections, and keeping customers’ vehicles and the shop area clean. The technician works in a team environment and helps ensure customers’ needs are understood.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be a team player and able to maintain a positive working attitude and environment.
- Ability to manage one’s own time.
- Ability to be customer-focused and committed to providing great customer service.
- Knowledge of English, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and numbering systems.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information one-on-one to customers, clients, and other employees.
- Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft software products.
- Knowledge of basic math.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle check, and background check.
Responsibilities
- Perform work outlined on repair orders efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Change oil and oil filters, and top off vital fluids.
- Install batteries and check electrical systems.
- Install tires and perform tire maintenance and repairs.
- Inspect belts and filters and check air levels using gauges.
- Maintain a self-motivated, enthusiastic presence in a team environment.
- Ensure customers’ needs are understood.
- Report machinery defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
- Keep customers’ cars clean.
- Notify the service advisor immediately of anything that changes the vehicle’s appearance or condition.
- Keep the shop area neat and clean.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Company and factory training to support advancement toward dealership certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
