Express Technician - Full Time

Hendrick•Franklin, TN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Express Technician performs express lube duties on vehicles at Darrell Waltrip Honda. The role carries out oil and filter changes, lubricates vehicle joints, checks and tops off specified fluids and tire pressure, and verifies fluid levels before vehicle release. The technician reports necessary repairs to the service advisor, applies completed LOF reminder stickers, and ensures vehicles are clean and free of residue or fingerprints. The position also requires maintaining an organized, clean, and safe work area; following express lube guidelines, safeguards, company policies, and safety rules; participating in required training; accurately recording work hours; and meeting company customer satisfaction standards. The technician works primarily in the service area, moves around vehicles, and uses power tools and test equipment. Regular and predictable attendance is required, and scheduled shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. The role has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma; automotive field of study or work experience is desired.
Basic knowledge of automotive parts and systems.
Demonstrable mechanical skills and knowledge.
Technical training or commensurate technical experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills to use the timekeeping system.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding, carry out instructions, handle standardized situations, and understand and follow technical manuals.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Up to 3 years of desired work experience.

Responsibilities

Follow express lube guidelines.
Perform lube, oil, and filter changes, including draining and replacing oil and filters and lubricating vehicle joints.
Report necessary repairs to the service advisor.
Install the completed LOF reminder sticker in the vehicle.
Check battery, tire air pressure, windshield fluid, transmission fluid, and power steering fluid levels, refilling as needed.
Check and refill coolant as necessary.
Ensure vehicles are clean and free of fluid residue or fingerprints.
Check fluid levels before releasing vehicles to ensure proper levels.
Maintain CSI at or above company standards.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
Participate in required training.
Accurately record all hours worked in the company timekeeping system.
Follow safeguards, company policies and procedures, and applicable safety rules and regulations.
Demonstrate the company’s Core Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% company-paid employee medical coverage, with family coverage available.
Dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and supplemental voluntary life insurance coverage options.
$20,000 basic life insurance at no cost.
401(k) with employer match of 100% of contributions up to $2,000 annually.
Employee Assistance Program at no cost, available from day one.
Paid vacation that increases with service time.
Seven paid holidays.
Paid sick time up to 40 hours per year.
Personal Observance Day for a day of cultural, religious, or personal significance.
Free, unlimited financial wellness coaching through Your Money Line.
Vehicle, parts, and service discounts.
ASE certification test costs paid in advance by the company.
Paid factory training, including training time and travel costs.
Tool insurance at replacement cost value while tools are on dealership premises.
Annual performance reviews to discuss goals and career path.
Safety shoe program providing one pair of safety non-slip shoes every six months, up to $75.
Free prescription and non-prescription safety glasses.
For qualifying new graduates, tuition reimbursement up to $300 per month and $30,000 total.
For qualifying new graduates, a tool voucher of $200 per month for the first 10 months, up to $2,000.