Automotive Mechanic

Signature Performance Tire and Wheel; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A fast-growing automotive service provider in Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced Automotive Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and install aftermarket automotive parts. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a strong customer-focused attitude, and the ability to work well in a team. A valid driver's license and a capacity to lift up to 80 pounds are required. Competitive pay of $20.00 - $30.00 per hour is offered with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds without assistance.
• 3 years of general automotive repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles to specifications.
• Document vehicle intake using appropriate software.
• Coordinate with parts department to order repair parts.
• Perform general automotive maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

General automotive mechanics

Team collaboration

Ability to diagnose problems

Education

ASE Certifications

Automotive Certification

Tools

Automotive repair tools

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Overview

Signature Performance Tire & Wheel is an extremely fast-growing Retail Aftermarket Automotive Parts & Accessories Sales Company seeking a Automotive Mechanic with a minimum of 2 years experience in all areas of general automotive as well as the installation of Aftermarket Automotive Parts & Accessories on Jeeps, Trucks, SUV’s, SXS’s and all other cars and vehicles. The successful candidate must be able to professionally inspect, diagnose, repair or install one of our parts and or automotive services while delivering an excellent customer experience.

We need a trustworthy and reliable team player. You must have a good attitude and be a self-starter someone that shows initiative and does not hesitate to present new ideas, give feedback and/or suggestions to management on better ways to maintain a profitable and efficient shop. A motivated team player that works efficiently and fast and does not need constant oversight to complete jobs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to current specifications.
• Properly document the intake of vehicles using the proper software.
• Report to service manager for instructions of job priority.
• Diagnose all incoming vehicle problems.
• Record all service notes for service manager.
• Coordinate with the parts department to order repair parts.
• Perform maintenance and repairs when dispatched by service manager.
• Record all parts, fluids and time associated with each vehicle.
• Observe all OSHA and safety protocol.
• Be able to perform all general automotive maintenance and repair services including but not limited to: brakes, exhaust, electrical, cooling system, suspension and alignment, mount & balance tires.
• Be able to install aftermarket parts and accessories including lift & lowering kits, intake & exhaust, a variety of performance accessories as well as but no limited to any aftermarket parts and accessories Signature Performance Tire and Wheel Sells.
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
• Continuous learning and keeping up with new technical information and new techniques through formal training as well as informal learning to stay abreast of today’s rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep management aware of mechanical repair problems in the shop as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and clean shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety and environmental rules.
• Help set the pace and tone while helping develop the team around you build their knowledge, skills, and their abilities.
• Collaboration and a team first mentality are a must for success in this role.

Qualifications

• This employee must display a high level of motivation and an overall customer focused attitude.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Mechanic; the employee must be able to perform the physical demands of this job description.
• Must be able to lift, carry and place merchandise and supplies up to 80 pounds without assistance.
• Frequent standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent reaching overhead and below the knees, squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Possesses fine motor skills to safely operate tools.
• Climb up and down ladders to retrieve merchandise.
• Communicates effectively in person, by telephone, or by using a computer or tablet.
• Enters and locates information on computer.
• Visually reads and verifies information by reading instructions (in booklets and on a computer or tablet) often in small print.
• Automotive Certification (preferred but not required)
• ASE Certifications (Preferred but not required)
• 3 Years (preferred) of general automotive mechanical problem-solving and repair experience (ASE Certification a plus).

Details

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule: 8 hour shift

Monday to Friday