Mechanic

Commercial Tire Inc•Kennewick, WA

6d•$20 - $40

About The Position

The Mechanic inspects and tests vehicles and performs preventive maintenance, including tire rotations and changes, wheel balancing, alignments, oil changes, filter replacement, and fluid exchanges. The position is eligible for monthly bonuses and requires service work to follow Commercial Tire guidelines, manufacturer specifications, safety practices, and operational standards. The mechanic also completes vehicle inspection reports, communicates recommended repairs to the front counter, quotes repairs, and may support parts purchasing and returns. Required training and certification maintenance must be completed, including ASE A7 – Heat and Air Systems or 609 AC, and ASE A6 – Electrical Systems within one year. A 609 AC certification is required to perform air-conditioning service and repair.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
3 to 5 years of related experience and/or technical training.
ASE certification A4 and A5.
Complete required training within one year and maintain certifications, including ASE A7 – Heat and Air Systems or 609 AC, and ASE A6 – Electrical Systems.
609 AC certification required for air-conditioning service and repair.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Complete a vehicle inspection every time and communicate items that may need repair to the front counter.
Inspect vehicles, recommend needed repairs or services using the vehicle inspection report, and properly complete the report.
Perform vehicle alignments according to manufacturer specifications.
Maintain shop equipment and follow safety practices.
Diagnose and perform mechanical work, including installation and repairs to brakes, steering, suspension, and transmission systems.
Service customer vehicles according to Commercial Tire guidelines.
Recommend products and services as needed and quote repairs.
May initiate purchase orders for parts and support and track purchasing and returns.
Complete required training within one year and maintain certifications.
Support company safety and operational standards and comply with audit requirements.
Assist with phones and front-counter duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.