Automotive Service Technician - Apprentice

ZipRecruiter; New York, Town of Cortlandt (NY, NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership is seeking skilled technicians for various positions, including Quick Lube Technician and Service Technician. Candidates will perform vehicle inspections, repairs, and provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Competitive wages and numerous benefits are offered, including health plans and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Health, Medical and Dental

401K Plan

Paid Time Off and Vacation

Flexible Work Schedule

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience at an automotive dealership.
• Strong understanding of the service drive.
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Check and communicate oil level to teammates.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems.
• Test-drive vehicles and test components using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Customer Service

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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About Us

As an employee of one of our dealerships here at Volz Auto Group, the importance of your contribution cannot be overstated. Our goal is to provide the finest-quality products and services to customers and to do this more efficiently and economically than our competitors. By satisfying our customers’ needs, they will continue to do business with us and will recommend us to others. You are an important part of this process for your work directly influences our dealership’s reputation. We hope you will find your work both challenging and rewarding.

Benefits

• Lowest Family Medical Plan in the area
• 401(K) Plan w/ Matching
• 40 HOUR GUARANTEE
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Appreciation Events (i.e. Holiday Parties, Sporting Events, Luncheons)
• Contribute to Uniform Purchases
• Highest Technician Pay Scale in the Area
• Multitude of Tenure Employees

Available Positions:

Quick Lube Technician
Entry-Level Service Technician
Experienced Service Technician
Heavy Line Technician
Transmission Technician
Master Service Technician

Technician Specific Benefits

• Contribute to Uniform Purchases
• Discounts on products and services
• Highly productive shop
• Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
• Highest Technician Pay Scale in the Area
• Continued education, manufacturer hands on and web-based training
• Clean and professional work environment
• Competitive wages

Additional Benefits We Offer

• Health, Medical and Dental
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security
• Flexible Work Schedule

Quick Lube Technician Responsibilities

• Check and communicate oil level to teammates
• Ensure tire pressure for proper inflation
• Inspect and refill fluid levels as necessary
• Complete vehicle inspection
• Install a new oil drain plug and a new oil filter
• Clean and lubricate fittings as needed
• Providing excellent customer service keeping in mind that our customer’s perspective comes first.

Service Technician Responsibilities

• Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership.
• Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
• Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are informed if any additional service is needed. Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.
• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Previous experience at an automotive dealership
• Strong understanding of the service drive
• Years of experience vary per position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Basic computer competencies
• Positive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentality
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with ability to collaborate with others effectively
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
• Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Willing to submit to pre-employment drug screen and background check