Automotive Technician Jobs

About The Position

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.