Automotive Technician - Diagnose, Repair, Mentor (PTO + Bonus)

Dick Hannah Dealerships; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dick Hannah Dealerships seeks an Automotive Technician/Mechanic to diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicle issues at our Kelso, WA location. You will follow repair orders with precision, communicate with parts and service staff, and ensure safety standards while keeping records up to date.

The role includes ongoing training, a strong benefits package, generous PTO, six paid holidays, and a retirement plan. A valid driver’s license and insurability with the company are required.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive repair experience is required.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Physical ability to use computer hardware/software.
• Research skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable with company insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnoses the cause of any malfunction and performs the repair.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles when required or refers to the test technician.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Supervises work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.

Skills

Automotive repair experience

Reading comprehension

Time management

Physical ability to lift 50lbs

Computer skills

Research skills

Valid driver's license

Job description

Dick Hannah Dealerships seeks an Automotive Technician/Mechanic to diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicle issues at our Kelso, WA location. You will follow repair orders with precision, communicate with parts and service staff, and ensure safety standards while keeping records up to date.

The role includes ongoing training, a strong benefits package, generous PTO, six paid holidays, and a retirement plan. A valid driver’s license and insurability with the company are required.