Apprentice Technician

Penske Automotive Group; Chandler (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Land Rover Chandler, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, seeks an Hourly Technician to perform repairs and maintenance in line with factory and dealership specifications to deliver an outstanding customer experience.

The role emphasizes safe, accurate diagnostics, proper documentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced shop environment, with opportunities for training and growth within PAG's network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; safe tool knowledge.
• Two years of related experience or training; or equivalent education.
• Previous automotive technician experience or recent automotive tech training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform repairs on vehicle components to dealer and factory standards.
• Use tools and testing equipment to troubleshoot and repair vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop workspace.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs.
• Communicate effectively with Service Advisors and customers.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Automotive systems knowledge

Technical reference materials

Communicating technical terms

Process adherence

Instruction reading

Customer listening

Positive attitude

Time management

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Automotive tech training or school completion preferred

Tools

Shop tools familiarity

Job description

Land Rover Chandler, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is looking for an Hourly Technician to join our team and deliver extraordinary customer experiences.

At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the very best experience possible to our customers. We are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals who share that same passion to join our team.

Imagine working in a professionally and financially satisfying job where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers every day. As an Hourly Technician, you will perform repairs and maintenance work in accordance with factory and dealership specifications and time standards for an excellent customer experience.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
• Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental, and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources, and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience, and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.
• State-of-the-art facilities and excellent working conditions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Genuine interest in providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment, and dealership experience. Brand knowledge is preferred, but not required.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE TABLE

• Commitment: Ensure our customers have a world-class service experience at every step along their ownership journey, especially in vehicle repairs.
• Excellence: Provide an unparalleled level of technical knowledge and expertise to help repair and maintain vehicles to the highest factory and dealership standards.
• Communication: Clearly and effectively communicate technical information regarding customer vehicles to Service Advisors.
• Accountability: Comply with all manufacturer standards of quality and timeliness for repairs and maintenance work, and ensure that all estimates and work orders are accurate.
• Safety: Understand and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations that affect shop operations, such as handling and disposal of hazardous waste, OSHA, and use of safety and health personal protective equipment.

Penske Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Qualifications

Competencies

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Knowledge of automotive systems
• Ability to use technical reference materials and technical manuals
• Ability to communicate technical terms to non-technical audience
• Ability to follow processes to ensure quality and safety
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Ability to listen to customer and determine how to assist them
• Maintains positive attitude
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Excellent communication skills and works well in a team environment

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

Will primarily work in an automotive shop environment. Workspace is covered but may involve various weather conditions such as heat and cold as well as safety hazards due to the nature of work. May experience loud noise on a regular basis. Medium/Heavy Work---Will lift over 50 pounds with assistance device required and/or frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to or over 35 pounds with assistance device available as needed. This position will require the employee to be standing for prolonged periods of time. This position requires the ability to push, pull, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp, and walk on a regular basis. This position involves repetitive motion. This position requires the ability to talk and hear

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Shop Business Hours with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment. One to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Previous Automotive Technician experience or recent completion of automotive tech trade school preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (Certification/Licenses/Registrations)

Valid Driver's License

Job Overview

Summary/Objective

The Hourly Technician diagnoses and performs repairs on all vehicle components with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealer and manufacturer/factory standards.

Essential Functions

• Full automotive troubleshooting and testing
• Maintains a clean, efficient work area and assists in keeping the shop neat and organized
• Ensures that customer vehicles are repaired accurately and kept clean
• Road test vehicles to ensure qualify repair the first time
• Diagnoses malfunctions and perform the necessary repairs for them
• Ability to perform any additional related duties as required and assigned by Service Manager or Shop Foreman
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended
• Communicates with Service Advisor and/or Dispatcher if additional work is needed
• Aids Service Writer as needed to write work orders, conduct test rides, interact with the customer, or in any other way to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Follows all attendance and punctuality standards with adherences to timekeeping standards. Employees are required to record the beginning and ending times of any shift, break, or departure from work for personal reasons
• Attends pertinent training on request
• Follows the Code of Business Ethics and Conduct
• Other duties as assigned

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The Company is committed to hiring a diverse and qualified workforce. We will not consider any characteristic or category protected by state or federal law in hiring or employment decisions, including but not limited to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, status as a parent, or genetic information.

Safety Sensitive Position

The essential functions of this position require a person to work with hazardous or flammable materials; AND/OR to complete tasks in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, including without limitation the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, or motor vehicles.