Automotive Service Technician

Sommerscars; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sommer's Automotive is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician in Mequon, WI. Join a team that offers competitive wages, a $5000 hiring bonus for qualified candidates, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and 401k options. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, ASE certifications, and at least two years of hands-on experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Vision, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Profit-Sharing Plan

Six Paid Holidays

PTO

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as an Automotive Technician or more.
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles is required.
• Preferred: Three or more years’ experience as an Automotive Technician.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs vehicle automotive systems including engine and transmission.
• Tests components and systems using diagnostic tools.
• Communicates directly with the Service Advisor on repair time estimates.

Skills

Knowledge in automotive repair and maintenance

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Adaptability and flexibility

Customer/Client focus

Technical capacity

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High School Diploma

ASE or similar technical certifications

Job description

**** Up to a $5000 hiring bonus for qualified candidates! ****

Are you working on first shift? Does all the equipment in your shop work? Are you flagging the hours that you want? Sommer’s Automotive can offer you not only desirable working hours, but also competitive wages and bonuses! Come work at our facility where our technicians are flagging an average of 120 flat rate hours every pay period. We offer paid training and reimbursement for ASE testing as well! We will haul your tool box for you no need to worry about moving it!!

LOCATION: 7211 W Mequon Rd, Mequon WI 53092

Technician Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision, Dental, Disabilty & Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Profit-Sharing Plan
• Six Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Employee Discounts

Responsibilities:

• Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning.
• Performs work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
• Tests components and systems using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
• Communicates directly with the Service Advisor and provides an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.
• Executes repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Competencies:

• Knowledge in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Customer/Client focus
• Technical capacity
• Problem-solving abilities

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm and every 5th Saturday from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm.

Required License/Certification:

• Valid driver's license

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Two years’ experience as an Automotive Technician or more
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles

Preferred Education and Experience

• Three or more years’ experience as an Automotive Technician
• In order to qualify for hiring bonus must have ASE or similar technical certifications

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for 10 hours or more
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Work Environment:This job operates within an automotive dealership service department. This role routinely uses machinery, equipment, and chemicals to maintenance and repair automobiles.Sommer's is a drug free work place.

EEO Statement:Sommer's Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employers premises during nonworking hours, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.