Lead Automotive Technician/ Mechanic

Sun Auto Tire and Service • Arden Hills, MN

10d

About The Position

TGK Automotive Specialists has served clients since 2007, emphasizing honesty, integrity, quality repairs, fair pricing, and client satisfaction. The Lead Automotive Technician diagnoses and repairs customer vehicles efficiently and accurately, following MAP guidelines and dealership, manufacturer, and company repair standards. The role also provides leadership and mentorship to team members seeking to improve their skills. Compensation is up to $150,000 per year, varies by experience, and is based on flag pay.

The position involves working in an automotive shop with exposure to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Temperatures may vary, including extreme heat or cold. Safety goggles or other personal protective equipment may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment on legally protected grounds.

Requirements

• Previous automotive technician or mechanic experience is required; ASE certifications may be accepted in lieu of experience.
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work five days per week, including weekends.
• Able to stand up to eight hours per day and walk around the building.
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly, with full range of motion in the arms and hands and ability to feel, handle, or finger objects frequently.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Ability to communicate with customers and shop personnel.
• Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and to refocus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicles according to the appropriate level of certifications and experience.
• Perform work outlined on the Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order efficiently and accurately.
• Perform complex and heavy-duty repairs.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, including the Store Manager, Service Consultants, and/or customers.
• Recommend services necessary to keep customers’ vehicles in running condition and document recommendations in customer files.
• Follow safety procedures and report concerns to the direct supervisor.
• Adhere to Sun Auto’s core values and company policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
• Mentor team members and support their efforts to improve their skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed