Used Car Technician

Bud Clary Auto • Longview, WA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

A Used Car Technician performs vehicle repairs and maintenance as assigned, following dealership and factory standards. The role includes diagnosing vehicle issues, completing and documenting repairs, conducting road tests and inspections, installing optional equipment, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized shop. Driving is an essential function; applicants must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record consistent with company insurance standards.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record consistent with company insurance standards throughout employment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on repair orders efficiently and accurately according to dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose vehicle problems based on customer complaints and inspections.
• Coordinate 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 to determine whether additional safety or service work is needed or recommended.
• Notify the service advisor promptly about additional work, unnecessary listed work, or repairs that cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Document work performed and recommended on repair orders.
• Road-test vehicles to quality-check completed work.
• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events, and keep abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Inspect and test-drive newly delivered vehicles for obvious damage, missing major components, and drivability functions.
• Install optional equipment specified by the customer or dealer.
• Report machinery defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Keep customers’ cars clean and notify the service advisor promptly of changes to a vehicle’s appearance or condition.
• Keep the shop area neat, clean, and organized.
• Maintain accountability for dealership-owned tools and manuals and return them to their proper place and condition.
• Understand and 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 promptly to management.
• Work as a team player, communicate effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k)
• Paid time off, accruing from the first day of employment, with accrual rates based on length of service
• Paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed