Automotive Technician

St. Lucie Battery & Tire; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

PTO

Vacation

Career advancement

Training programs

Team-oriented culture

Family-owned

Job summary

St Lucie Battery & Tire is seeking an Automotive Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks using computerized diagnostic tools. You will diagnose repairs, document findings, and perform preventive maintenance while road testing and ensuring work quality.

Strong communication with service advisors and adherence to safety guidelines are essential. Ideal candidates have 5 years of automotive repair experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and solid mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of automotive repair experience on domestic and foreign vehicles.
• Demonstrated mechanical skills and understanding of vehicle repair procedures.
• Strong customer service and effective communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.
• Diagnose and document repairs with accurate records.
• Utilize multi-point inspection forms for each vehicle.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance services.
• Road test vehicles after repairs are completed.
• Communicate with service advisors for further work or timelines.
• Operate tools safely (dollies, jacks, hoists) and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Automotive repair experience

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Follow instructions

Problem solving

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Why Work at St Lucie Battery & Tire?

• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• PTO
• Vacation
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team-oriented work environment
• Family-owned company with strong community values
• Multiple locations throughout the Treasure Coast