Automotive Line Technician / Mechanic

Kendall-Auto-Group; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay in the area

Relocation package

Career advancement

Paid time off

Bonuses

Paid training

401(k)

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kendall Ford of Bozeman, part of Kendall Auto Group, is hiring an Experienced Automotive Line Technician/Mechanic. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles, perform adjustments and calibrations, and road-test cars to ensure quality.

The role requires mechanical experience, hand tools, and a collaborative attitude in a busy shop.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical or tech experience at a dealership or large independent shop.
• Must provide and keep hand and power tools current for position obtained.
• ASE certifications are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and identify work that needs to be completed on various vehicles.
• Perform adjustments and calibrations, replenishing fluids, disassembling and reassembling vehicle components, and repairing or replacing parts.
• Use independent judgment needed to make decisions.
• Document all work and hours per manufacturer and Kendall policies.
• Road testing all vehicles to ensure quality of work and issues resolution.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Team player

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

We are hiring Experienced Automotive Line Technician/Mechanics.

Do you have a passion for repairing cars, assisting with providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? At Kendall Ford of Bozeman we are looking for experienced Automotive Technicians to help us redefine the car-servicing experience. You might be asking, “what’s in it for me?” Great question.

Here’s a snapshot of the benefits we offer:

• Top flat rate pay in the area, top earners up to Six figures + yearly: $28.00- $54.00 per hour depending on position and your qualifications
• Attractive starting wage for new technicians
• Relocation package with housing assistance for qualified candidates
• Career path development and advancement opportunities
• We love career minded individuals that want a lifetime job opportunity, you grow, we all thrive
• Competitive paid time off and paid personal leave
• Christmas bonuses based on flagged hours
• Annual Technician Seniority bonus
• Paid training for Ford online and in person classrooms
• Fair dispatching/team work environment
• Large loyal customer base
• Experienced and loyal service advisors
• Clean/Safe shop with the equipment you need to get the job done
• Discounts on parts, service and vehicle purchases for your immediate family
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Life insurance
• 401(k) plan w/ Fidelity
• Accident and Illness supplemental plans

What You’ll Do:

• Inspect, diagnose, and identify work that needs to be completed on various vehicles
• Perform adjustments and calibrations, replenishing fluids, disassembling and reassembling vehicle components, and repairing or replacing parts
• Use independent judgment needed to make decisions
• Document all work and hours per manufacturer and Kendall policies
• Road testing all vehicles to ensure quality of work and issues resolution

Work is performed indoors in a shop environment, tool usage includes mechanic’s hand and power tools that produce significant vibration and force, standing and walking will be required for entire work shift in order to complete job duties. Pushing, pulling, crouching, squatting, reaching, and kneeling will be required frequently to access all parts of vehicles being worked on. Lifting as well as pushing and pulling weights and forces from 20 to 100 pounds occasionally required.

Who You Are:

When someone says, “Can you fix this?” you say “Yes” before you know what’s wrong. Despite all that confidence, you’re an easygoing person who gets along well with others and enjoys being part of a team. Here are your qualifications:

About Kendall Auto Group:

We are a family-owned and operated company with auto dealerships in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Washington and Alaska. Kendall has been selling and servicing vehicles since 1937.

At Kendall our mission is simple: To deliver an unrivaled customer experience. Through our highly motivated, knowledgeable and caring team of professionals, we pledge to listen to and respect your needs. Doing the right thing means more than selling and servicing vehicles. Our progressive attitude means being exceptional stewards of the communities we operate in. It means going above and beyond every day for the people who mean so much to us – our employees and customers. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we would like to meet you and start something great!

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Requirements

• Must have mechanical or tech experience at a dealership or large independent shop.
• Must provide and keep hand and power tools current for position obtained
• ASE certifications are a plus but not required.
• Must have ability to operate a wide variety of vehicles both automatic and manual transmissions.
• A valid driver license and good driving record are required.