Automotive Service Technician

Coughlin Automotive; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Company-matched 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Coughlin Kia is relocating to a brand-new facility in Plain City, OH, and we’re seeking motivated Automotive Service Technicians to join our full-time team. The role offers a competitive wage based on experience with a flat-rate hour program designed to maximize earnings.

You’ll work in a premier dealership environment with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth, training, and advancement within a growing network.

Qualifications

• Automotive Technology, Vocational/Trade Certificate, High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of automotive parts and systems.
• Demonstrable mechanical skills and knowledge.
• Technical training or commensurate technical experience required.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Automotive Technology

Vocational/Trade Certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Coughlin Kia is on the move - literally. We've relocated from Dublin to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Plain City to support our rapid growth and we're looking for driven Automotive full-time Automotive Service Technicians. Do you want to work for a premier dealership that can offer you lots of career-development opportunities? Are you looking for the opportunity to maximize your earnings and increase your training? Would you like to work at an automobile dealership known for integrity? If so, please read on!
This position offers a competitive wage dependent on experience. Our flat-rate hour compensation program allows you to maximize your earning potential. You would also be eligible for benefits including medical, vision, dental, a company-matched 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacations, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and employee discounts. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you.

About Coughlin Automotive

One of the fastest-growing dealerships in Central Ohio with over 1,000 vehicles in stock, we have locations spread across Newark, Pataskala, Circleville, Heath, Chillicothe, Lancaster, Dublin, Lewis Center and Marysville as well as seventeen service centers and four collisions centers. We carry thirteen brands including Buick, Chrysler, GMC, Ford, Chevrolet, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Cadillac, Hyundai, Toyota, Nissan, and Kia, --and our service, body, and parts departments are unmatched in the industry

Education/Experience

Automotive Technology, Vocational/Trade Certificate, High School Diploma or equivalent. Thorough knowledge of automotive parts and systems. Demonstrable mechanical skills and knowledge. Technical training or commensurate technical experience required.

Job Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Certified/senior technician with respective manufacturer.
• Meets and/or exceeds manufacturer requirements for ASE tests.
• Completed manufacturer training to perform warranty repairs/recalls on most vehicles, PDI's, maintenance, and minor repairs.

Skills Requirements

Basic Computer skills to utilize timekeeping system. Ability to learn parts department computer inventory and ordering system.

Communication Skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.

Attendance Expectations

The position requires regular and predictable attendance in-person at an automotive dealership. Scheduled shifts are typically 5-days per week, rotating Saturdays, and may include holidays. Service departments are closed on Sundays and only open until 6 p.m. during the week.

Physical & Environmental Demands

Must be able to lift up to (50) pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Duties are performed primarily in the automotive service area. Work includes movement around vehicles, working in various physical positions, and the safe operation of power tools and test equipment. May be exposed to loud noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, and other service and repair conditions. Frequently interactions with customers, service advisors and the service manager.

Verbal And Writing Ability

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations. Ability to understand and follow technical manuals.

Salary: $50000 - $125000 per year