Experienced Automotive Service Technician - Full-time / Part-time

This position is located in Post Falls, Idaho. Knudtsen Chevrolet strives to make our area the best place on earth to live, work, and raise a family! We are less than 10 miles from the breathtakingly beautiful Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Looking for a better quality of life? Located on theshores of one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, we have four distinct seasons and are your one-stop place for year-round outdoor recreation. Our health care services are nationally acclaimed and in 2015, Coeur D Alene was designated a Digital Capital of America for our commitment to technology and innovation. Our schools are some of the best in the state and access to higher education and professional training is easy. Knudtsen Chevrolet is seeking an Automotive Service Technician to join the team. Knudtsen is a family-owned and operated company that provides the community with new and used cars, a full-service body shop and service department, as well as Genuine GM Parts. At Knudtsen, we strive to be a team and truly value our relationships with each other, our customers, and the community. Contact us to find out more about our company and our community. Our service department is seeking someone who can add to the team as a lead technician with GM experience. Applicants should want to continue their own professional development and have the desire to be an integral part of a team. If this sounds like you, come join our family for a rewarding opportunity in automotive service! Our Core Values: * Relationships * Legacy * Passion * Excellence * Transparency Why Knudtsen? At Knudtsen, we are committed to our employees, customers, and the community in which we live, work, and play. We love supporting and attending local events and encourage our employees to get involved as well! Additionally, we have some great benefits: * Paid health insurance - medical, dental, vision for employees and dependents * Life insurance plans * Paid holidays * Sick pay * Paid vacation * Employee purchase discounts * 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match * Community service opportunities * Fitness room * Training and education assistance Responsibilities * Diagnose cause of malfunction and perform work as outlined on the repair order. Accurately document all work performed and recommended. * Inspect assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended may include road tests. * Clearly communicate with service advisor if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time. * Connect with Parts Department to obtain needed parts and reports status of parts to service advisor. * Use approved repair techniques and materials to service each vehicle to pre-concern condition. * Ensure appearance of customers vehicles is maintained or improved notify service advisor of any change in the appearance or condition of the vehicle. * Report machinery defects or malfunctions and maintain all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Operate all tools and equipment safely. * Complete manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events as requested. Keep up to date on technical bulletins. Qualifications * Able to perform day-to-day service activities in a technician environment. * Have experience working as GM Technician and provide his or her own tools. Must be able to furnish GM Training records. Ideal candidate would be able to furnish proof of Master-level certification. * Previous experience as a general electrical, transmission, and/or diesel technician is preferred. * Be able to lift up to one hundred (100) lbs without assistance and stand, sit, bend, and twist for extended periods of time on concrete. * Have strong attention to detail and be organized. * A self-motivated team player that is able to communicate effectively with team members and works well with other technicians and service advisors. * Have a valid driver's license and able to drive both automatic and manual vehicles * Pass a motor vehicle report and possess a safe driving record. * Pass a criminal background check and drug test. Also subject to random drug testing at the company's request.
Associated topics: calibrate, customer service, diagnose, field service technician, machine maintenance, maintenance, mechanical, millwright, service technician, troubleshoot