Automotive General Service Technician
About The Position
Kerry's Car Care, part of the Sun Auto Network, is hiring an entry-level General Service Technician for its automotive shop in Peoria, Arizona. The technician supports store operations by performing vehicle maintenance services and inspections, documenting findings, and helping keep the shop and customer areas clean and organized. The role offers hands-on training and development while the technician learns foundational automotive skills from experienced technicians, service advisors, and store leaders. It can provide a foundation for advancement to more advanced technical, service, training, or field leadership roles. The position pays $15.15 per hour and up, depending on experience. It is full-time and requires a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed. The work takes place in an automotive shop with exposure to noise, dust, exhaust, automotive products and materials, and temperature extremes. Physical demands include standing and walking for extended periods, regular bending and kneeling, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
Requirements
- Strong interest or desire to work in the automotive repair industry.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic automotive maintenance and repair processes.
- Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and store processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and store leaders.
- Valid driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Vocational or technical training school.
- General knowledge of under-hood, mechanical, and undercarriage assemblies.
- Previous shop, lube technician, tire technician, mechanical, customer service, or other hands-on work experience.
- State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire if required by the store.
Responsibilities
- Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
- Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including servicing fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
- Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation accurately and thoroughly.
- Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings through the proper store channels.
- Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable, ethically and in accordance with company and state guidelines under appropriate supervision.
- Keep customer vehicles, the shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas clean and customer-ready.
- Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies using company or customer vehicles as directed.
- Follow safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Collaborate with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training and development.
- Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and complete other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and company policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
Benefits
- Paid training and hands-on development
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
