Audi Columbia Service Technician / Mechanic
Audi Columbia, part of Jim Hudson Automotive Group, is seeking experienced Audi service technicians or mechanics with European or VW experience for a brand-new Audi dealership in Columbia, SC. This role offers advancement to Shop Foreman.
Key Details
• 60‑80 hours per week, 800 repair orders per month, 70% customer pay work, 5‑day work week, no Sundays, flexible scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy according to dealership and factory standards.
- Diagnose the cause of any malfunction and perform necessary repairs.
- Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.
- Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required; notify the service advisor immediately if additional work is not needed or required.
- Notify the service advisor immediately if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
- Document all work performed.
- Road‑test vehicles when required or refer to a test technician.
- Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
- Ensure customers’ cars are kept clean.
- Keep the shop area neat, clean, and be able to account for all dealership‑owned tools at all times.
- Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations regarding the disposal of hazardous wastes.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures and report any accidents immediately.
Qualifications
- Experience with Audi, VW, or other European vehicles preferred.
- Certified technicians preferred; training available for the right candidates.
- Must be a team player.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and be a current resident.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening prior to employment.
- Resume uploaded and online assessment completed (required for consideration).
Benefits
- Top pay – 6‑figure income opportunity.
- Entry‑level technicians earn $20 per hour; top technicians earn $45+ per hour.
- Weekly bonus up to $200.
- 5‑day work week with no Sunday service.
- Sign‑on and relocation bonuses for experienced, qualified technicians.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Health and dental insurance.
- $25,000 employer‑paid life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Disability insurance.
- Paid vacation and personal leave.
- Paid holidays.
- Sick days.
- State‑controlled, climate‑controlled facility.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Positive, professional work environment.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.