Experienced Automotive Technician at BMW of Fremont

AutoNation•Fremont, CA

24d•$32 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

AutoNation is hiring an Experienced Automotive Technician for BMW of Fremont. The role requires general mechanical knowledge of vehicle systems and the ability to follow supervisors’ direction and service publications to complete work satisfactorily. Technicians perform repairs and maintenance in accordance with dealership and factory standards, including warranty procedures, and stay current with diagnostic methods, service techniques, bulletins, manuals, and other publications. The position includes participation in dealership, factory, and manufacturer-sponsored training. Technicians document failures and completed work on repair orders, communicate with service managers, team leaders, and service consultants about diagnoses and repair progress, and request parts as needed. They must follow safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt, and harsh chemicals. Compensation is based on experience, training, and certifications. The listed compensation is $32.00 to $42.50 per flat-rate hour, combining hourly and bonus pay, with eligibility for longevity and additional productivity and override bonuses. The dealership highlights a busy shop, advancement opportunities and training, new alignment equipment, an air dryer system, and BMW Gen 6 upgrades in progress.

Requirements

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and understand written instructions and information.
General mechanical skills.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to drive manual-transmission vehicles and operate an automobile.
Manual dexterity, sound judgment, and ability to safely operate power tools, hand tools, and other machinery.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance.
Graduate of a mechanical vocational trade school or equivalent experience.
Technical aptitude demonstrated through ASE certification or successful completion of a pre-employment technical test.
ASE certifications or willingness to obtain them.
Willingness to obtain high-voltage certification.
Passion for cars and customer service.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Stay current with diagnostic methods and service techniques for vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership.
Complete repair orders efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work.
Participate in technician training programs and in-dealership service training activities.
Attend manufacturer-sponsored service training.
Become familiar with current service bulletins, manuals, and other service publications.
Clearly and accurately record the cause of failure and work performed on repair orders.
Communicate with the service manager, service technician team leader, and/or service consultant to confirm repair order and diagnostic information.
Request parts from the parts department as necessary.
Communicate diagnosis, repair status, road-test results, and work completion to the service manager, service technician team leader, and/or service consultant.
Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt, and harsh chemicals.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and higher income potential.
Paid time off.
401(k) with company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Maternity benefits.
Paid training and OEM certification support.
Longevity bonuses and additional bonuses based on productivity and overrides.
Technician referral bonuses of up to $3,000 per referral.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and services.
Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
Discounts through the YouDecide website.
Advancement opportunities and career options across AutoNation's nationwide locations.