Technician

PREMIER AUTOMOTIVE OF KANSAS CITY LLC•Kansas City, KS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician is a skilled-level automotive technician who performs diagnoses and repairs across all vehicle areas, with specialization in particular repair areas. Work is performed according to dealership and factory standards, with attention to efficiency, accuracy, customer communication, safety, and maintaining dealership tools and the shop environment.

Requirements

Previous experience at an automotive dealership.
Strong understanding of the service drive.
Dexterity, including a steady hand and excellent hand-eye coordination.
Mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Basic computer competencies.
Positive, friendly attitude and a customer-service mentality.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures, and specifications.
Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must pass drug testing, MVR/insurability checks, and a background investigation/interview.

Responsibilities

Perform work listed on repair orders efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
Diagnose malfunctions and complete repairs.
Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
Save and tag parts when required for warranty work or requested by the customer.
Inspect assigned vehicles for additional required or recommended safety or service work.
Immediately notify the service advisor when additional work is needed, listed work is unnecessary, or repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
Document work performed and recommended on repair orders.
Road-test vehicles when required or refer them to the test technician.
Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events, and stay current on manufacturer technical bulletins.
Supervise apprentice technicians when assigned.
Report machinery defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
Keep customers’ vehicles clean and immediately notify the service advisor of changes to a vehicle’s appearance or condition.
Keep the shop area neat and clean.
Maintain and account for dealership-owned tools and manuals, returning them to their proper place and condition.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous-waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know requirements.
Operate tools and equipment safely and report safety issues immediately to management.