Automotive Technician

Sterling Automotive Group; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Vehicle Pricing

Service Discounts

Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement

Family-Owned

Job summary

Sterling KIA in Lafayette, LA seeks an Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles, delivering a safe and reliable ownership experience for customers. You will handle routine maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and perform major repairs in a fast-paced dealership setting.

You'll use diagnostic tools, road-test vehicles to verify workmanship, document findings for advisors, and participate in ongoing training to stay current with manufacturer technology and repair

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years professional automotive diagnosis & repair experience.
• ASE or manufacturer certifications preferred.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and repair skills.
• Experience with computerized diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, and repair vehicles according to manufacturer and dealership standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on engines, transmissions, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, air conditioning, and other vehicle components.
• Use diagnostic equipment and testing procedures to identify and resolve vehicle concerns.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs and ensure quality workmanship.
• Document completed repairs and communicate findings with Service Advisors and management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with manufacturer technology and repair procedures.

Skills

Automotive diagnosis & repair

Diagnostic troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computerized diagnostic equipment

Job description

Join Our Service Team!

Sterling KIA in Lafayette, LAis looking for an experiencedAutomotive Technicianto join our Service Department. If you enjoy diagnosing problems, performing quality repairs, and working in a fast-paced dealership environment, we'd love to have you on our team.

In this role, you'll diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide variety of vehicles while helping deliver a safe, reliable, and exceptional ownership experience for our customers. Whether you're performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting complex issues, or completing major repairs, you'll play an important role in keeping our customers on the road.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, inspect, and repair vehicles according to manufacturer and dealership standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on engines, transmissions, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, air conditioning, and other vehicle components.
• Use diagnostic equipment and testing procedures to identify and resolve vehicle concerns.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs and ensure quality workmanship.
• Document completed repairs and communicate findings with Service Advisors and management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with manufacturer technology and repair procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum2 years professional automotive diagnosis & repair experience
• ASE or manufacturer certifications preferred
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and repair skills
• Experience with computerized diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced service environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Why Work at Sterling Automotive Group?

Our mission is to attract, develop, and retain great people to deliver a memorable experience that creates lasting relationships, one customer at a time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Additional Perks

• Commission-based pay in ahighly productive shop
• Paid ongoing training and career development
• Employee vehicle pricing and service discounts
• Referral bonus programs
• Opportunity for advancement within a growing company
• Family-owned and operated environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.