Automotive Diesel Technician

McCandless Ford Meadville, Inc.; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned and locally operated business that has been serving the community for over 60 years. This role as a Service Technician offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team, providing top-notch vehicle diagnostics and repairs. You will be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and high-quality service. Enjoy a competitive wage based on experience, along with benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and vacation time. Experience the joy of working in a supportive environment where your contributions make a difference, and enjoy the added perk of no Sundays!

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Vacation time

Growth opportunities

Community involvement

No Sundays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Service Technician is essential.
• Heavy Duty and Diesel engine repair experience required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair customer and fleet vehicles accurately.
• Ensure proper documentation and communication with service advisors.
• Maintain a clean work area and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Diagnosing and troubleshooting vehicles

Heavy Duty vehicle experience

Diesel engine repair

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

3-5 years' experience as a Service Technician

Valid driver's license

Tools

Automotive repair tools

Job description

Do you want to be a part of a family-owned and locally operated business that has served the area for over 60 years? Earning the trust of our customers, employees, and community is what drives us to be better.

If interested in joining our team, apply below!

What We Offer:

• COMPETITIVE WAGE Based on Experience.
• Health insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life Insurance
• Vacation time
• Growth opportunities
• Community involvement
• NO SUNDAYS!!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Able to perform proper diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of parts on customers and Fleet vehicles.
• Ability to transcribe and explain the complaint, cause, and correction of internal and external customer vehicles on the back of every Repair Order (RO).
• Heavy Duty experience required.
• Diesel engine repair experience required.
• Ensure all proper documentation and printouts are with every repair order.
• Ensure all media is captured on every RO (video, pictures, and multipoint inspections).
• Correct and accurate multipoint inspections on every RO.
• Returning customers' vehicles in the same condition or cleaner than it was received.
• Bring issues to Service Manager of any issues with customer vehicles.
• Ensure the repair was properly performed with proper test drive and out mileage included on repair orders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Service Advisor and all departments.
• Conducts oneself professionally with employees and customers.
• Proper company provided work attire to be always worn.
• Keep up with needed training as provided by Ford Motor Company as required for current position.
• Responsible to keep work area cleaned.
• Remove scrap from work area on a daily basis.
• Meet with Manager/Shop Foreman to be made aware of the work schedule and current tasks.
• Knows how to use the necessary tools and equipment.
• Reports damaged equipment/tools to manager and returns special tools to tool room.
• Adheres to safety regulations and industry standards.
• Communicate with the Parts Department to obtain the needed parts.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations governing service repair work.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Strive for harmony and teamwork within the department and with all departments.
• Maintains workplace safety throughout the Corporation.

Job Qualifications:

• 3-5 years' experience as a Service Technician.
• Brand Service experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to speak and listen effectively one on one.
• Ability to interpret customer/technician needs.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.