Automotive Technician

G502 KGA-FLG, LLC; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PRO TECH program

401k with company match

Wellness Time Off

Personal Purpose Day

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Year-end bonus

Employee discounts

Red Wing boot program

Job summary

Stew Hansen Dodge, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, seeks an Automotive Service Technician aligned with our core values of respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork. The role offers PRO TECH rewards for performance, a competitive flat rate, and opportunities for career growth within a reputable dealership.

Ideal candidates are analytical, resourceful, and detail-oriented with prior automotive technician experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ASE or dealership certifications highly preferred.
• Prior automotive technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient and expert repair work on orders per dealership standards.
• Address customers' concerns with diagnosis, repair, and quality control to meet Fixed First Visit targets.
• Use the Ken Garff Electronic Multi Point Inspection and communicate additional recommendations as needed.
• Master the Dealer Management System for work distribution, inspections, quotes, and timekeeping.
• Complete required trainings and maintain a clean workspace and vehicle condition.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Customer service

Vehicle diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Stew Hansen Dodge, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, is currently looking for an Automotive Service Technician that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork.

We designed a formal reward and recognition system just for you called PRO TECH . Do regular rewards and recognition for performance and tenure, predictable pay raises, efficiency bonus, quarterly tool allowance and discounts, and just being treated RIGHT sound right to you? We hear you! Our PRO TECH program is built to reward your hard work, recognize your contribution and encourage development and grow your career.

Check out the program: https://www.kengarff.com/pro-tech/

You should join our team because we offer:

• Competitive flat rate pay
• A great reputation
• Opportunity for growth
• A week every year to recognize and celebrate our technicians (Tech Week)

Looking for:

• Accommodating and analytical, while producing highly precise and accurate work
• Resourceful and seeks a high level of technical expertise
• Unselfish and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work
• Prior automotive technician (mechanic) experience preferred
• ASE or dealership manufacturer certifications highly preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the U.S with a valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record, per company standards

Why you'll love working with us:

• PRO TECH perks described above including efficiency bonuses and tool allowance
• Competitive compensation package and 401k with company match
• Wellness Time Off, plus holidays, plus a Personal Purpose Day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, AD&D and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending, Health Savings Account, EAP, Wellness Plan, Mental Health Support, Diabetes Management Program, and Parental Leave Stipend
• Year-end bonus program for ALL employees ( Garff Giveback )
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchase, parts, service and more!
• Red Wing boot program (free/discounted work shoes)

What you'll do as an Automotive Service Technician (Mechanic):

• Perform efficient and expert work on repair orders, in accordance with dealership, state and factory standards
• Address customers' primary concerns with diagnosis, repair and quality control to attain 'Fixed First Visit' expectations
• Perform the Ken Garff Electronic Multi Point Inspection along with video on every vehicle; immediately notify Service Advisor if the car has additional recommendations or if more time is needed to complete the repair
• Master our Dealer Management System (DMS) for work distribution, electronic inspections, repair quotes, communication and time keeping
• Complete required training as assigned
• Maintain cleanliness throughout workspace and in all customer vehicles