Express Service Team Leader - Gillman Subaru Southwest

Gillman Auto•Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Gillman Companies is an established group of family owned automobile dealerships based out of Houston, TX. We have served the automotive needs of Texas since 1938 by maintaining a long-established tradition of excellence and customer satisfaction. Gillman has also been named one of the Houston Chronicle's Top 100 Workplaces 4 years in a row! Are you an experienced Subaru or automotive technician who's ready for the next stage of your career? Gillman Subaru Southwest is seeking a Team Leader to supervise our Express Service Department. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to guide a team of lube techs and entry-level technicians while ensuring our customers receive fast, friendly, and professional service. Why This Role Might Be Right for You: This position is ideal for a skilled and seasoned technician who may be looking to step away from the demands of heavy line work but still wants to stay active in the shop. If you're at a point in your career where you want to share your knowledge, develop the next generation of technicians, and lead a team without the physical demands of flat-rate heavy work, this could be the perfect fit. If you're an experienced technician looking to transition into leadership and leave a lasting impact on both your team and our customers, we'd love to hear from you. Serious applicants fill out the application and text your name and position you applied for to 713-776-6330.

Requirements

Must meet company's requirements for employment
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
Knowledge in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
Prior experience as a technicians helper or apprentice
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Lead, train, and mentor Express Service technicians
Ensure services are completed quickly, accurately, and up to Subaru standards
Maintain workflow and efficiency in a busy shop environment
Provide guidance on proper repair procedures and quality control
Support Service Advisors with technical insights when needed
Performs multipoint inspection
Advises service consultant of additional work
Service grease fittings, universal joints and steering knuckles, using hand or compressed air powered grease gun
Inspect fluid levels of steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, differential, rear axel housings, and shackles
Check air pressure of tires
Lubricate moving parts with specified lubricants
Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil
Add water to radiator and battery
Replace oil and air filters
Inspect all vehicles for additional repairs needed
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the company's vision, mission and values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and suppliers
Adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety standards
Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals