Reconditioning Technician- Full Time
About The Position
The Reconditioning Technician ensures customers’ needs are met in a friendly, timely, and professional manner. S/he will accomplish these objectives through preparing vehicles for service as well as reconditioning interior and exterior in line with customer and dealership expectations. The role emphasizes exemplifying the Thomas Automotive Core Values: Positive, Trustworthy, Motivation, Compassion, and Dedication. The technician is also expected to understand the Thomas Core Focus of “Bringing Integrity to the Automotive Industry” and “Building Trust and Confidence through Exceptional Service,” and to learn, understand, and incorporate the Thomas philosophy of doing business into all daily activities related to customer and coworker relationship management, while being a great team member.
Requirements
- Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance
- Valid driver's license
- Good driving record
- Manual dexterity
- Good judgment
- Ability to use hand and power tools and other machinery safely
Responsibilities
- Exemplify the Thomas Automotive Core Values: Positive, Trustworthy, Motivation, Compassion, and Dedication
- Understand the Thomas Core Focus of “Bringing Integrity to the Automotive Industry” and “Building Trust and Confidence through Exceptional Service”
- Learn, Understand, and incorporate the Thomas philosophy of doing business into all daily activities related to customer and coworker relationship management
- Be a great team member
- Understand and maintain an appropriate Days to Lot ratio
- Complete daily work assignments timely and accurately
- Complete a Utilization Report daily
- Greet every customer, every day
- Maintain high ethical standards when dealing with customers, co-workers and vendors
- Put safety first. Adhere to all Safety Policies, Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment standards
- Prepare vehicles for service as well as reconditioning interior and exterior in line with customer and dealership expectations
- Wash vehicle exterior, using cleaning solution, water, cloths, and brushes
- Apply wax to auto body, and wipe or buff surface to protect and preserve shine, using cloth or buffing machine
- Vacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debris
- Clean upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devices
- Apply revitalizers and preservation agents to vinyl or leather surfaces and treat fabrics with spot and stain-resistant chemicals to preserve and protect interior components
- Clean engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime
- Apply special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following recommendations of the product’s manufacturer
- Paint engine components and related parts, using spray gun or aerosol can and masking materials
- Apply paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicles, using touch-up paint
- Apply dyes and reconditioning chemicals to vinyl tops of vehicles to restore color and condition
- Installation of accessories to support sales department
- Supports product manager in maintaining a neat, organized and clean display lot
- Maintain a safe and clean workspace, as well as ensuring the entire facility is orderly, clean and free of hazards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
