Mechanic

Advance Auto Parts•Ponce, PR

About The Position

Job Description Primary Duties: The Automotive Mechanic’s primary responsibility is to add value to each client’s transaction ensuring that they are satisfied with their experience buying at Western Auto and that upon leaving the store are completely satisfied with their purchase. Using technical knowledge, removes, repairs, or replaces and installs automotive parts using the tools, equipment, or the manual procedures that are safe and appropriate. Performs other automotive mechanical services as needed and authorized. Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc. Has extensive knowledge about vehicles and Western Auto services - brakes, alignment, air conditioning, suspension, front wheel assembly repair, etc. Checks basic elements of the vehicle according to Western Auto’s methods for mechanical, electric, and courtesy inspections. Uses the diagnostic and alignment machines correctly. Has a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions. Must have their own tools. Handles a fast-paced work environment, stress, and stressful situations in a professional manner. Answers customer’s questions related to finished service work and the vehicle’s related problems. Operates the workshop lifts appropriately. Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude. Follows EPA standards in terms of the work requirements, specifications, and products, materials, and equipment management. Follows Western Auto and OSHA requirements to promote and provide a safe workplace. Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc. Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code. Physical Requirements: This job requires continually standing, bending, kneeling, twisting, turning around, climbing, and lifting and carrying weights up to approximately 75 lbs. (sometimes the weight will exceed 75 lbs). Performs additional tasks as required. Master Technician Training Requirements: Obtains and keeps up-to-date the ASE Certification in brakes or suspension and steering within two (2) test periods starting from the date hired. Completes the Western Auto orientation training. Obtains and keeps up to date their license as a Master Technician and that of the College of Automotive Technicians and Mechanics. Performance Expectations: Reliability, Quality, Productivity Standards. California Residents click below for Privacy Notice: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.

Requirements

Has extensive knowledge about vehicles and Western Auto services - brakes, alignment, air conditioning, suspension, front wheel assembly repair, etc.
Has a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to drive cars with manual or automatic transmissions
Must have their own tools
Handles a fast-paced work environment, stress, and stressful situations in a professional manner
Is competitive and has a team player’s attitude
Obtains and keeps up-to-date the ASE Certification in brakes or suspension and steering within two (2) test periods starting from the date hired
Completes the Western Auto orientation training
Obtains and keeps up to date their license as a Master Technician and that of the College of Automotive Technicians and Mechanics

Responsibilities

Add value to each client’s transaction ensuring that they are satisfied with their experience buying at Western Auto
Removes, repairs, or replaces and installs automotive parts using the tools, equipment, or the manual procedures that are safe and appropriate
Performs other automotive mechanical services as needed and authorized
Reads and comprehends training manuals, service tickets, etc.
Checks basic elements of the vehicle according to Western Auto’s methods for mechanical, electric, and courtesy inspections
Uses the diagnostic and alignment machines correctly
Answers customer’s questions related to finished service work and the vehicle’s related problems
Operates the workshop lifts appropriately
Follows EPA standards in terms of the work requirements, specifications, and products, materials, and equipment management
Follows Western Auto and OSHA requirements to promote and provide a safe workplace
Performs maintenance tasks - sweeping/mopping the workshop floor, cleaning/maintaining the equipment, emptying the garbage bins, cleaning the parking area, etc.
Follows the company guidelines in terms of protection, safety, hygiene, and the dress code
Performs additional tasks as required