Automotive Service Technician 1,2

Blain's Farm and Fleet; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Benefits

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Associate discount on brand-name items

Job summary

Blain’s Farm & Fleet is seeking a Service Center Automotive Technician in Dubuque, IA. You’ll perform a broad range of automotive services in our Service Center and interact with customers to ensure satisfaction.

The position supports weekend availability and evenings; the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, training programs, including ASE/Certifications, and an associate discount on brand-name products.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must have great communication skills
• Ability to work evenings when needed and at least every other weekend
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks
• Ability to read and speak English
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior auto repair experience is preferred
• Prior retail experience preferred
• Michigan Stores Only ASE A4 and A6 Certifications required for Tech Level II and ASE A3, A4, A5 and A6 Certifications required for Tech Level III ORequivalentMichigan certifications.

Responsibilities

• Excellent customer service
• Repair and install tires
• Balance wheels
• Install batteries, head lamps and other basic automotive parts
• Perform oil changes
• Brake system repair
• Other duties assigned with progressiveon the job training

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Job description

Company & Benefits Information

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!

• Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid ASE testing and certifications

Compensation

• Saturday & Sunday weekend premium pay $2.50 per hour
• Base pay up to $18.50/hr

The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

Job Duties

As a Service Center Automotive Technician, you’ll perform a wide range of services and duties in our Automotive Service Center.

This can include, but is not limited to:

• Excellent customer service
• Repair and install tires
• Balance wheels
• Install batteries, head lamps and other basic automotive parts
• Perform oil changes
• Brake system repair
• Other duties assigned with progressiveon the job training

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must have great communication skills
• Ability to work evenings when needed and at least every other weekend
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks
• Ability to read and speak English
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior auto repair experience is preferred
• Prior retail experience preferred
• *Michigan Stores Only* ASE A4 and A6 Certifications required for Tech Level II and ASE A3, A4, A5 and A6 Certifications required for Tech Level III ORequivalentMichigan certifications.

EEO Statement

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.