Automotive Technician - Veterans with 3+ Years of Mechanical Experience

Ers Elite; North Huntingdon Township (Westmoreland County); In loco; USD 42.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Full-time employment

GI Bill apprenticeship

Housing allowance

Descrizione del lavoro

Ers Elite is seeking a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge and 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.

Your background may come from military service or civilian work, and you will diagnose and repair vehicles, read manuals, and contribute to a long-term automotive career. The role focuses on routine maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and following manufacturer procedures.

Competenze

• Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge.
• Three or more years of hands-on mechanical experience from military or civilian work.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment drug test and background screening.

Mansioni

• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and vehicle inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and manuals.
• Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and related systems.
• Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures.
• Document work performed and communicate repair recommendations to the team.

Conoscenze

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Hand & power tools

Formazione

ASE certifications

Manufacturer certifications

Strumenti

Diagnostic equipment

Technical manuals

Hand tools

Power tools

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and at least 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.

Your mechanical experience may come from military service, civilian employment, or a combination of both. Experience maintaining or repairing vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems is welcome.

This opportunity allows you to apply your technical skills, discipline, and problem-solving abilities to a long-term automotive career while continuing to develop your diagnostic and repair knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and vehicle inspections
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals
• Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and other vehicle systems
• Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures
• Document completed work and communicate repair recommendations to the service team
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely
• Participate in technical training to strengthen automotive knowledge and repair skills
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow workplace safety procedures
• Work with technicians and service leadership to complete repairs efficiently and accurately

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge; documentation required
• Must have three or more years of hands-on mechanical experience through military service, civilian work, or a combination of both
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and willingness to learn
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Clean background and ability to meet pre-employment screening requirementsAbility to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Ability to perform essential technician duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable
• Availability to begin full-time employment promptly

Preferred Qualifications

• Military experience maintaining vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems
• Civilian automotive repair or fleet maintenance experience
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
• Automotive technical training, ASE certifications, or manufacturer certifications

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a participating Dealers
• A program designed specifically for Military Veterans, facilitated by Veterans
• Participation in a one-year, competency-based GI Bill®-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• Eligible Veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) through the GI Bill® during the apprenticeship