Automotive Service Technician

All-American-Chevrolet-of-Killee; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays & PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with match

Vehicle purchase discounts

Lithia Learning Center

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

All American Chevrolet of Killeen is seeking a Service Technician to perform automotive repairs and service in line with factory standards. You will diagnose malfunctions, road-test vehicles, and document procedures with precision while maintaining safety and a clean workspace.

The role requires manufacturer training and ASE certifications, with 3+ ASE credits and the ability to work without supervision in a busy dealership environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in repairs.
• Urgent problem-solving with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• High level of communication with team and customers.
• Proficient in diagnosing and repairing vehicle systems with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and service per repair order with accuracy and efficiency.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and road-test vehicles after service.
• Maintain an organized workspace and ensure safety standards.
• Accurately record time and document test procedures and results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Excellent communication

Diagnose and repair

Team player

Education

ASE Master Technician

ASE certifications

Tools

Manufacturer training

Engine repair

Job description

Dealership

Dealership: L0236 All American Chevrolet of Killeen All American Chevrolet of Killeen

The Service Technician is responsible for performing automotive repairs and service in accordance with store and factory standards. This individual utilizes their skills to diagnose and resolve the different sources of automotive problems swiftly and accurately. The Service Technician works with all Service personnel and management to ensure the satisfaction of our customers. The Service Technician reports to the Service Manager.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills and Qualifications

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

Competencies Does the right thing, takes action and adapts to change Self-motivates, believes in accountability, focuses on results, makes plans and follows through Believes in humility, shares best practices, desires to keep learning, measures performance and adapts to improve results Thrives on a team, stays positive, lives our values

Physical Demands

• Up to 2/3 of time: standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds
• Up to 2/3 of time: sitting, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required.

We are a drug free workplace.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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!