Automotive Service Technician

L0399 Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac of Ann Arbor; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway's L0399 Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac of Ann Arbor is seeking an experienced automotive technician to perform repairs and diagnostics to Lithia and manufacturer standards. You will road-test vehicles, document procedures, and maintain tools with a focus on safety and quality.

Required are manufacturer training completion and a minimum of three ASE certifications. Expect a fast-paced environment, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth within a large automotive retailer

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication with customers and team members.
• Competency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in multiple areas.
• Minimum of 3 ASE certifications (Master Technician preferred).
• Automotive technical knowledge and experience with engine, suspension, brakes, electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy per standards.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions.
• Complete all work following safety requirements.
• Road-test vehicles to ensure repair quality.
• Record time spent on repairs using company clocking procedures.
• Document work performed on repair orders and test procedures/results.
• Maintain and inventory tools necessary for repairs and return special tools to proper place.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Excellent communication

Manufacturer training

ASE certifications

Job description

Dealership: L0399 Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac of Ann Arbor

What You'll Do

• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Lithia and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements.
• Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.
• Accurately record time spent on repairs utilizing company time clocking procedures.
• Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.
• Responsible for providing and maintaining an inventory of normal mechanics tools to include screwdrivers, wrenches, socket wrenches, pliers, hammers, chisels and punches, and other tools needed to perform the work for which the technician is trained and not normally inventoried by the service department as "special tools".
• Return special tools to proper place.
• Use shop supplies and materials in a practical and economical manner.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace, completing a stall cleaning every day.
• Ensure that customer's vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced.
• Complete all required training.
• Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary and required training.
• Participate in and utilize technical training as assigned by management.
• Review the technical bulletins and other publications as assigned by management.
• Constructively communicate with other dealership personnel as required to satisfy customer needs.
• Report to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its personnel, or customers.
• Maintain personal grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards according to departmental policies.
• Clean gray work shirts, creased gray work trousers, shirts to be tucked in at all times.
• Belts worn on trousers to be of no buckle design to avoid scratching paint on customer's vehicles.
• Arrive at work, take breaks, and depart work at the times designated by management.

What You'll Bring

• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication
• Competency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas with no supervision: Lube and Maintenance Services Engine Repair Suspension/Steering Repair Brake Repair Electrical/Electrical Systems Repair Heating and A/C Repair Engine Drivability Diagnosis and Repair (Optional)

Certification / Training

• Manufacturer certified in all areas listed above.
• Minimum of 3 ASE certifications (Should be an ASE Master Technician)
• Customer Pay Proficiency Level: Greater than 105%
• Customer Pay Repairs
• Automotive Technical Knowledge - Three to five years' experience
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers' needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!