Automotive Technician

Sullivan Tire And Auto Service; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays, Personal Time, and Vac

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sullivan Tire And Auto Service is seeking an Automotive Technician in Westbrook, Maine. The technician will independently perform vehicle repairs and tire services, prioritizing quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include tire service, maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and accurate estimates using VAST and automotive PC programs. A valid driver’s license and ASE certifications are required, with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience with 1-3 ASE certifications preferred.
• Technical degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mount/dismount tires and balance for passenger and light truck tires.
• Perform lube/oil/filter changes on domestic and foreign vehicles.
• Perform and document vehicle safety inspections.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles using automotive tools and software (VAST, automotive PC programs).
• Produce accurate repair estimates for customers.
• Collaborate with store management to maintain productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and proper waste disposal.
• Explain repairs and their value to customers.
• Follow internal controls, policies and procedures; take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Multi-tasking

Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Basic math skills

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree a plus

1 year experience with 1-3 ASE certifications

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

VAST

Automotive PC programs

Job description

Description

Sullivan Tire, an employee-owned company, currently has an opportunity for an Automotive Technician. The Automotive Technician independently performs vehicle repairs and services on customer’s vehicles while delivering the highest quality and customer satisfaction.

Sullivan Tire, an employee-owned company, currently has an opportunity for an Automotive Technician. The Automotive Technician independently performs vehicle repairs and services on customer’s vehicles while delivering the highest quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Correctly mounts, dismounts, balancing, and repair of passenger and light truck tires.


• Properly perform lube/oil/filter changes on domestic and foreign cars.


• Properly perform and document vehicle safety inspections.


• Perform unsupervised diagnosis and repairs of vehicles including, but not limited to, maintenance, brake, steering, suspension, heating and cooling systems, alignment, and light tune-ups utilizing automotive tools, equipment, and software (i.e., VAST, Automotive PC programs).


• Produce accurate repair estimates on customer vehicles.


• Work with store management to ensure productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction standards are met.


• Properly adhere to safety and environmental standards, including maintaining a neat and clean work area by properly disposing of all waste products.


• Communicate with customers and sales staff in understandable terms about the repairs needed to the vehicle and the value of the repairs.


• Adheres to internal controls, policies, and procedures.


• Assume other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• A technical degree is a plus!


• Minimum of 1 year of experience with 1-3 ASE certifications.


• A valid Driver’s License is required.

Skills/Knowledge

• Customer service focus in a retail environment


• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs.


• Basic conflict resolution skills


• Solid understanding of the automotive tire and auto service industry


• Basic understanding of VAST and automotive PC programs.


• Basic math skills to produce accurate repair estimates.


• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment


• Team player

Benefits

• Health Insurance- including Medical, Vision, and Dental


• Life and Disability Insurance


• Paid Holidays, Personal Time, and Vacation Time


• Discounted Services


• Employee Owned! ESOP Retirement Plan


• Flexible Spending


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Tuition Reimbursement

EEO Statement

Sullivan Tire and Auto Service is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our company motto is “Treat everyone, customers, and fellow employees, as you would a member of your family”. Come and join our family!