Auto General Service Technician

Pep Boys; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive service industry is seeking an Auto General Service Technician. This entry-level role involves performing essential automotive services, maintaining a clean workspace, and delivering excellent customer experiences. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical aptitude, a passion for the automotive field, and a valid driver's license. Join a dynamic team and grow your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Passion for a career in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic automotive services including oil changes and tire repairs.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Assist fellow technicians with technical activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Eager to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Summary
The General Service Technician must have a mechanical aptitude and be able to perform basic automotive services including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections, and other less technical services while delivering an excellent customer experience. Responsible also for maintaining clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department. The General Service Technician may be required to provide advice to and sell customers on automotive services and repairs that are recommended or required for their vehicle.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay abreast of rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Change engine oil and filters.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries and check starting/charging systems.
• Install headlights and other small bulbs.
• Repair flat tires.
• Install wiper blades.
• Stock and unload tires.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and clean shop environment.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A valid driver's license.
• Passion for a career as a Technician in the automotive industry.
• Eager to learn and a competitive drive to succeed.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

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

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands

• Extensive standing, walking, pushing, and reaching.
• Need full range of motion for reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs.
• May drive a vehicle if needed.
• Frequent lifting of heavy equipment >100 pounds is required.
• May work outside and be exposed to weather.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Automotive Service

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing