Auto Master Technician

Davita Inc.; East Highland Estates (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive service industry is looking for a Master Technician to provide exceptional customer service and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in diagnosing and repairing various vehicle systems, with a strong focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction, while also cultivating the skills of emerging technicians.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis and repair experience.
• 8+ ASE certifications preferred.
• Section 609 Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various vehicle systems to specifications.
• Explain technical diagnoses to customers and staff.
• Assist fellow technicians and maintain organized workspace.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Customer-focused

Mechanical diagnosis

Technical expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Master Technician requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability, air conditioning, and electrical systems. It is expected to use leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team to increase customer care and satisfaction.

A successful Master Technician will have direct interaction with customers and deliver superior service through educating the customer on the problems and proposed solutions for their vehicle.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications — brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems.
• Perform job duties of all lower job descriptions (Technician A, Technician B, Mechanic, General Service Technician).
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals, which may include employees and customers, on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay abreast of rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We expect you to help set the pace and tone while helping to develop the team around you. Collaboration and a team-first mentality are essential for success. Please review the following to measure your fit for this role:

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving, and repair experience.
• 8 or more ASE certifications are PREFERRED (A1 through A8).
• Section 609 Certification required.
• State Inspection license if applicable.
• High level of motivation, energy, and a customer-focused attitude.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

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 encountered 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, legs.
• May drive a vehicle if needed.
• Lifting of heavy equipment >50 pounds is required.
• May work outside and be exposed to weather.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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.