Apprentice Level 1, Service Department - Oxnard, CA

Colonial Group; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic Culture

401k + match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + Hs

Employer paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation Days

Sick Leave

Employee discounts & training programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Velocity Vehicle Group in Oxnard, CA is seeking an Apprentice-Level 1 Technician to join our team. You will contribute to the truck repair process, assist with repair planning, parts ordering, and warranty item tagging while learning from experienced technicians.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on training, a positive attitude, and mechanical aptitude. The position offers full-time hours and comprehensive benefits as part of Velocity's commitment to career growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technician training course or equivalent work knowledge is required.
• High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude, positive attitude, and motivation are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Join as Apprentice! Assist with repair planning, parts ordering and tagging warranty items.
• Daily progress updates to the Foreman and maintaining clean workspaces.
• Learn service operations through training and shadowing experienced technicians.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude

Motivated

Education

Technician training course or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are:

Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a premium commercial brand medium to heavy truck dealership that offers the full-service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on demand parts. Our goal is to be your one stop shop experts for all truckers, owner operators, fleets and companies. This coupled with our Leasing and Rental business and our Financial services business make VVG the leading Truck dealership.

What’s in it for You:

VVG is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally. VVG offers fantastic Culture as well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work culture!

VVG is looking for an Apprentice-Level 1 Technician to join our team in Oxnard, CA!

WhatYou’ll Do:

Join us as an Apprentice! You'll be integral to our truck repair process, creating repair plans, ordering parts, and tagging warranty items. Daily, you'll update your Foreman on progress, maintain clean workspaces, and learn service operations through training and shadowing experienced technicians.

Job Duties:

• Performs oil change
• Performs diesel particulate filter cleaning
• Performs brake inspections and works on brakes
• Performs general maintenance of the service department including sweeping, cleaning and other maintenance tasks as needed

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Completion of a technician training course or equivalent work knowledge required
• High school diploma or the equivalent preferred
• Mechanical aptitude
• Positive attitude
• Motivated

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test), and background check

Compensation:

• $20-$25/hour (depending on skills and experience)
• Full-time position

Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers:

• Fantastic Culture
• 401k + match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + HSA & FSA
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Sick Leave
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs
• Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.