Mechanic (Service Technician)

Mechanic (Service Technician)

Overview

We are looking for an independent Automobile Mechanic that can thrive in a demanding and fast paced environment. The Technician is responsible for diagnosing and performing vehicle repairs and maintenance work in accordance with factory specifications and time standards; this includes performing work on guest vehicles from various vehicle manufacturers. The Technician is also responsible for all communication with the Customer as well as ordering/managing parts.

Responsibilities

The Service Technician must be able to do the following on a day-to-day basis: · Do the right thing!

· Performs work in accordance with factory standards

· Carries out a variety of vehicle repairs from (but not limited to) oil changes to rebuilding a vehicle engine

· Diagnoses causes of malfunction and performs repairs as needed

· Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards

· Road tests vehicles to quality check work performed as required

· Examines vehicles to determine if additional safety or service work is required

· Maintains communication with the Customer if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time

· Completes all work according to the applicable safety requirements and published procedures

· Maintains communication with Parts Supplier(s) on status of parts

· Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair

· Maintains assigned workspace in an organized and clean manner · Performs other specific administrative functions as directed by service management

· Report for work at assigned time in order to provide the level of service the Company’s guests expect and deserve

· Assists in all other areas of the Lube Department as needed

· Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance

· Maintains high ethical standards in all actions

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. An ideal Candidate should possess:

· Hold at least two (2) ASE Certificates*

· At least three (3) years of automotive experience; with a minimum 18 months Lube Tech experience.*

· Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; federal, state, and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous waste; and mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages) and application

· Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles; determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it; read, analyze and interpret common technical journals, and legal documents; coordinate activities with other employees; pay attention to detail; read and comprehend instructions and information in the English language

· Must have a valid driver’s license, have, and maintain an acceptable safe driving record · Own Tools are required, however some Shop Equipment is provided including: Locking Tool Box, Advanced Diagnostic Scan Tool, A/C Machine, and more

· You will be dealing directly with and communicating with Customers/Clients. A positive attitude and a professional appearance is a must at all times. *Some exceptions can be made with proper knowledge demonstration

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will be required to:

· Stand for long periods at a time

· Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs

· Frequently bend, stretch, twist, or reach with their body, arms, and/or legs; stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear

· Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.