Automotive Technician

Mason City; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Company-paid disability

HSA/FSA options

Ford manufacturer training

Job summary

Bill Colwell Ford in Hudson, IA is seeking an automotive technician to diagnose and repair Ford and other vehicles using factory tools in a well-equipped, air-conditioned shop. The role emphasizes steady work volume and ongoing training opportunities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, solid mechanical and diagnostic skills, and a valid driver's license. ASE or Ford certifications are a plus, with a team-first culture and clear paths for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as automotive technician (preferred, not required)
• Solid mechanical and diagnostic ability
• ASE or Ford certifications a plus
• Valid driver's license + clean driving record
• Team-first mindset and pride in your work

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Ford and other vehicles using factory tools
• Handle maintenance: brakes, tires, oil, alignments, inspections
• Work alongside service advisors to keep customers in the loop
• Mentor junior techs when the opportunity comes up
• Keep your bay clean, safe, and dialed in

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostic ability

Team player

Strong work ethic

Education

ASE or Ford certifications

Job description

Description

Air-Conditioned Shop • 1,000+ Appointments/Month • Family-Owned Ford Dealer

Tired of slow weeks, hot shops, and feeling like a number?

At Bill Colwell Ford, our techs don't wonder where the next RO is coming from. We average 1,000+ appointments a month with a 95% show rate — so the work is there, the hours are steady, and your paycheck reflects it.

You'll work in a fully air-conditioned shop stocked with the latest Ford diagnostic equipment and smart scheduling software that actually keeps your bay moving. After 40 years serving the Cedar Valley as a family-owned dealership, we've figured out one thing: take care of the techs, and everything else takes care of itself.

What You'll Earn

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Performance bonuses and incentives on top of base
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• HSA/FSA options
• Paid Ford manufacturer training — hands-on and online

Why Techs Stay Here

• 5-day work week with flexible scheduling (we mean it)
• Climate-controlled shop with up-to-date tools and equipment
• Steady stall volume — no slow weeks
• Uniforms provided
• Comfortable breakroom (fridge, microwave, the works)
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
• Real growth — we promote from within and invest in your certifications

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and repair Ford and other vehicles using factory tools
• Handle maintenance: brakes, tires, oil, alignments, inspections
• Work alongside service advisors to keep customers in the loop
• Mentor junior techs when the opportunity comes up
• Keep your bay clean, safe, and dialed in

What You Bring

• 2+ years as an automotive technician (preferred, not required — we'll talk to anyone with strong skills and the right attitude)
• Solid mechanical and diagnostic ability
• ASE or Ford certifications a plus
• Valid driver's license + clean driving record
• A team-first mindset and pride in your work

Hudson, IA — Just Outside Waterloo/Cedar Falls

We're 10 minutes from Cedar Falls and Waterloo, easy commute from anywhere in the Cedar Valley. Low cost of living, great schools, and a dealership where your name is on the door, not a number on a board.