Automotive Pre-Owned Service Technician

LaFontaine Automotive Group; Fenton (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered Pay Plan

Longevity Bonus Program

Employee Discounts on Service

401(k) with Employer Match

Holiday and Time Off Programs

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Job summary

LaFontaine Automotive Group is seeking an Automotive Pre-Owned Service Technician to perform vehicle repair and maintenance per dealer standards. The role includes a tiered pay plan, longevity bonus, and opportunities for professional development.

Ideally, candidates have high school credentials, Michigan mechanic certification, strong customer service, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. A valid driver’s license and clean MVR are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Michigan Mechanic Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and professional appearance.
• Ability to meet production and quality standards.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory MVR.

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders and assign tasks to technicians.
• Perform repairs per repair order with dealership standards.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform authorized repairs.
• Collaborate with Parts to obtain parts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed.
• Road-test vehicles to verify repair effectiveness.
• Attend training and stay updated on bulletins.

Skills

Customer focus

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Procedures adherence

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Michigan Mechanic Certification

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE PRE-OWNED SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Are you a technician interested in a TIERED Pay Plan, Longevity BONUS Program and so much more? If so, this opportunity is for you! We welcome Technicians, Trainees and Apprentices!

THE POSITION: Performs vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

THE PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation based on experience and Certifications (State and/or A.S.E.)
• Technician Tiered Pay Plan (Pay rate increases based on flagged hours.)
• Technician Longevity Bonus Program
• Monthly Technician Hours Turned Contest
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
• Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
• Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
• 401(k) and Employer Match
• Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

Skills, Qualifications:

• Devote himself/herself to ensuring satisfaction to customers.
• Determine management, production, and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.
• Follow lawful directions from supervisors.
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Interact well with others and be a positive influence on employee morale.
• Uphold the company’s non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.
• Work evening, weekend and holiday work hours as required.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) are required.

Education and Experience:

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Professional personal appearance.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to meet company's production and quality standards.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Michigan Mechanic Certification

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receive repair orders from dispatcher and take to stall area.
• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair as authorized.
• Communicate with the Parts Department to obtain needed parts.
• Tag and save parts, turn in parts, if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Advise service advisor immediately if any additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed with the promised time.
• Document work performed.
• Road-test vehicles to ensure repair has addressed the customer complaint.
• Quality check work performed.
• Attend training classes.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers’ vehicles are kept clean.
• Administer safety and housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations, governing service repair work.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and talk or hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds.

THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 55+retail franchises, 7collision centers and 60+ Michigan locations. The group employs 3,000+ individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities. The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission:

To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience.

Our Core Values:

Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.