Transitioning Military Automotive Service Technicians/Mechanics - Honda of Bay County

About the position

Honda of Bay County is part of the fast-growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail sales and service. We are growing and looking for Transitioning Military Automotive Service Technicians/Mechanics to join our team! Our Service Technicians should be passionate about customer service, take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a winning team that cares about employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose the cause of malfunctions and perform repairs, if authorized by dealership service advisors.
• Coordinate with the Parts Department to ensure availability of parts.
• Save and tag parts if under warranty or if requested by Service Consultants (for customers).
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notify Service Advisors if additional work is needed or if repairs/work cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Document work performed as directed by Service Advisors.
• Road test vehicles to ensure quality of repair and ensuring vehicles remain clean.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins and attend factory-sponsored training classes.
• Keep the dealership service area neat and clean and remain accountable for all tools used.
• Understand and comply with federal, state and local regulations, such as safety requirements, hazardous waste disposal, OSHA and other policies, procedures and programs as required.
• Wear appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, and maintain safety awareness.
• Work closely with others or independently, if needed.
• Wear dealership uniforms.

Requirements

• Military Veterans with a maintenance related career, technician, or mechanic experience must have formal military schooling in a technical field such as mechanical, power generation, aviation maintenance, electrical, electronics, hydraulic systems, or other parallel technical specialized skills; must provide proof of technical training and job designation.
• Completion of an Automotive Technology certificate or degree program from an accredited Vocational School or College.
• A Positive & Friendly Attitude
• Tools based on your experience
• Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to Achieve Targeted Goals
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have a Valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Market Leading Pay, based on experience, Plus Bonuses
• A Great Working Environment with the Latest Equipment
• Structured, Self-paced and paid Training Opportunities Leading to Manufacturer and Group 1 Recognition
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time off
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• On the Job and Off Site Paid Training
• Tool purchase program