Automotive Technician

St. Lucie Battery & Tire; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Lucie Battery & Tire is seeking an Automotive Technician to expertly inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. The role uses diagnostic equipment, software, and visual techniques to manage vehicle systems repair.

You will diagnose and perform repairs with thorough documentation, complete multi-point inspections, and conduct road tests after service. Strong communication and customer service are essential in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Automotive repair experience on domestic & foreign vehicles: 5 years, required.
• Must demonstrate working understanding of vehicle repair procedures, mechanical skills and the ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Strong customer service skills and effective communication

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment, software and visual techniques for vehicle systems repair.
• Diagnose and perform required repairs with proper documentation.
• Use the multi-point inspection form for each vehicle.
• Perform all levels of preventive and routine maintenance services.
• Quality check work after repairs to ensure proper fix.
• Road test vehicles after repairs are performed.
• Communicate with service advisor if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within promised time.
• Use dollies, jacks, hoists, lifts and tools per safety guidelines.
• Maintain proper ergonomics when lifting.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

Task prioritization

Stress management

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Automotive repair experience (5 years)

ASE Certification (preferred)

Job description

The Automotive Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of cars and light trucks. This role uses computerized diagnostic equipment, software and visual techniques in the management of vehicle systems repair.

• Thorough understanding of vehicle systems including, but not limited to, air conditioning, cooling, suspension, brake, ignition, fuel, etc.
• Accurately diagnose and perform required repairs with proper documentation of all work performed.
• Make accurate use of the multi-point inspection form for each vehicle.
• Perform all levels of preventive and routine maintenance services.
• Ability to quality check work after repairs to ensure vehicle is fixed correctly.
• Road test vehicles after repairs are performed.
• Communicate with service advisor when additional work is needed or if repairs cannot be completed within the promise time.
• Must use dollies, jacks, hoists, lifts and various tools in accordance with proper use and safety guidelines.
• Use proper ergonomics when lifting to avoid strains.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to comprehend and follow through with instructions and tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations including fluid specifications and volume measurements.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Automotive Repair experience on domestic & foreign vehicles: 5 years, required
• Must demonstrate working understanding of vehicle repair procedures, mechanical skills and the ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Strong customer service skills and effective communication

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Driver's License, unrestricted.
• ASE Certification, preferred.
• Maintain TIA & ALI certification upon training received.

Work Environment/Expectations:

• Work will occur in well-lit, well-ventilated repair shop locations.
• Exposure is grease, car exhaust and chemicals is expected.
• Background noise from coworkers, vehicles and various tools is expected.
• Must wear required uniform.
• Employee is required to provide and maintain specified tools to perform repairs as required or assigned, at employee’s expense.

Physical Requirements:

• Bending, squatting and working under vehicles is expected.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds routinely.
• Use of power tools and mechanic parts are used daily.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, talk, listen and speak clearly.
• Use of fine motor skills is expected.
• Must be able to raise arms above the head and shoulders for extended periods of time.