Apprentice Technician - Class C

Suburban Ford of Ferndale; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Suburban Ford of Ferndale in Ferndale, MI, is hiring a service technician to perform maintenance and repairs per repair orders and manufacturer standards. You will diagnose vehicle concerns and road-test the vehicles to verify repair quality, documenting results and labor time for every job.

The role requires 6+ months of oil change and routine maintenance experience, knowledge of brakes, tires, fluids, and inspections, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience with oil changes and routine vehicle maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of brakes, tires, fluids, and vehicle inspections.
• Familiarity with automotive tools and shop equipment.
• Automotive training or hands-on service experience.
• Willingness to complete required manufacturer training.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs according to repair orders and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose vehicle concerns and identify needed repairs.
• Road-test vehicles to verify repair quality.
• Document repairs, test results, and labor time accurately.
• Follow dealership and shop safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Complete required technical training and certifications.
• Communicate repair findings with the service team.

Skills

Oil changes

Vehicle maintenance

Brakes

Tires

Fluids

Vehicle inspections

Automotive tools

Manufacturer training

Driving license

Tools

Automotive tools

Job description

Dealership:L0414 Suburban Ford of FerndaleSuburban Ford of FerndaleGrowth Opportunity | High Volume DealershipPay: $25.00 per hourSchedule:This position requires open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand. Successful candidates will be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as these are peak sales periods.Reports to: Service ManagerWhy Join Our Team?Join an established Ford dealership serving the Ferndale and Metro Detroit communityWork with a recognized automotive brand and a steady base of service and sales customersBe part of a team focused on professional customer service and long-term relationshipsBuild your automotive career with training, development, and advancement opportunitiesWork alongside experienced dealership professionalsWhat You'll DoPerform maintenance and repairs according to repair orders and manufacturer standardsDiagnose vehicle concerns and identify needed repairsRoad-test vehicles to verify repair qualityDocument repairs, test results, and labor time accuratelyFollow dealership and shop safety proceduresMaintain tools, equipment, and a clean work areaComplete required technical training and certificationsCommunicate repair findings with the service teamWhat You'll Bring6+ months of experience with oil changes and routine vehicle maintenanceBasic knowledge of brakes, tires, fluids, and vehicle inspectionsFamiliarity with automotive tools and shop equipmentAutomotive training or hands-on service experienceWillingness to complete required manufacturer trainingValid driver's license and acceptable driving recordTotal RewardsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.About UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.