Experienced Technician

Safelite•Albany, OR

5d•$25 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Auto Glass Technician with Safelite, a leading auto glass company and part of Belron®. Safelite is investing in advanced technology, career growth, and technician development. The role focuses on providing vehicle glass repair and replacement services, recalibrating automotive safety systems, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The position may be filled at the Technician, Senior Technician, or Master Technician level depending on experience and qualifications. Senior and Master Technician roles may involve leadership responsibilities such as coaching and mentoring.

Requirements

Valid state-issued driver’s license.
Proven experience as an Auto Glass Technician (2+ years preferred).
Technician: Typically 1+ years of vehicle glass installation, repair, replacement, recalibration, or closely related automotive service experience.
Senior Technician: Typically 3+ years of vehicle glass experience with demonstrated technical proficiency, quality performance, and independent operation.
Master Technician: Typically 5+ years of vehicle glass experience with advanced technical expertise and demonstrated mentoring, coaching, or training capability.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods, work in tight spaces, bend and twist body.
Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and agreement to be monitored via in-cab vehicle safety camera / video surveillance technology.
Maintains professionalism and passion for providing outstanding customer service and exceeding customer expectations.
Ability to safely work outside (in a wide variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures) for extended periods.
Ability to work with chemicals (including but not limited to flammable chemicals), as applicable per the “Safelite Way of Fitting”.
Ability to work scheduled days, with flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customer’s needs.
Proficiency in using computerized diagnostic tools to complete recalibrations and trouble-shoot issues.
Problem-solving and ability to trouble-shoot issues, independently and collaboratively.
Ability to read, write and interpret the English language and technical directions.
Ability to communicate orally (via phone) and written (via computer or other electronic means).
Ability to maintain a professional appearance, adhering to Company uniform and PPE policies.
Willingness and ability to maintain stable performance under professional or personal pressure and/or opposition (e.g., time pressure and productivity measures).

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma GED/Equivalent Preferred
Passion for craftsmanship and quality work.
Interest in emerging vehicle technology and ADAS systems.
Desire to continue growing within the trade.
Interest in mentoring others (Senior and Master levels).

Responsibilities

Provide all vehicle glass repair and replacement services at a Safelite Shop or Mobile Glass Shop, focusing on safety, quality, and exceptional customer service.
Clean customer vehicles after every job.
Recalibrate automotive safety systems, including troubleshooting and completing diagnostic testing.
Proficiently operate Safelite’s tools and technologies, including True Seal®, Ezi-Wire™, Glass Table System (GTS), chemicals, work order and customer administration systems, and Safelite's handheld Mobile Resource Management (MRM) technology.
Safely operate company and customer vehicles throughout the workday.
Communicate with scheduled customers in-person, via text, and on the phone.
Present, promote, and sell Safelite promotional items and services to customers.
Serve as a technical resource, support technician development, share best practices, and assist with coaching and mentoring activities (Senior and Master Technician levels).
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.