Experienced Automotive Technician

All Star Kia; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay

Production bonuses

PTO from day 1

Training funded by company

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid vacation/holidays

Employee discounts

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

All Star Kia of Baton Rouge, part of Hudson Automotive Group, is actively seeking Automotive Technicians to join our high-volume service team. We offer top pay, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, with sign-on/relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Technicians diagnose and repair vehicle systems, test drive vehicles, and communicate with Service Advisors to ensure customers are informed. Must have 2–5 years of experience; Kia experience preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years Automotive Technician Experience Required.
• Kia experience Preferred.
• Customer focused, self-motivated and coachable.

Responsibilities

• Test-drive vehicles and diagnose components/systems using diagnostic tools.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, brakes, A/C, etc.
• Communicate with Service Advisor to inform customers of additional repairs and provide time estimates.

Skills

Automotive technician experience

Job description

All Star Kia is now part of the Hudson Automotive Group (see more at HudsonAuto.com)Certified Kia Technicians make up to $45/hrSign On Bonus/Relocation Assistance available for Qualified CandidatesAll Star Kia of Baton Rouge, a Hudson Automotive Company, is actively seeking Automotive Technicians to join our award-winning, high-volume service team.Hudson Automotive Group, founded in 1948, is a third-generation, family owned & operated business proudly serving customers with all their automotive needs. Hudson Automotive has grown from a single location in Providence, KY to a multistate, multi-franchise organization with over 60 dealerships and more than 4,500 employees throughout 7 States concentrated in the Southeast.Why choose All Star Kia of Baton Rouge and Hudson Automotive Group?Top PayProduction BonusesPTO begins accruing Day 1Company Funded Continued Dealer/Manufacturer TrainingOther Benefits we offer:Medical, Dental, Vision InsuranceLife Insurance401kPaid Vacation/HolidaysYearly accruable PTOEmployee development through training and advancement opportunitiesEmployee discounts on products & servicesBalanced work scheduleWhat are the responsibilities for an Automotive Technician with Hudson Automotive?Technicians perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with quality and dealership standards.Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are informed if any additional service is needed. Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications and communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts.Qualifications:2-5+ years Automotive Technician Experience RequiredKia experience PreferredCustomer focused professional who is self-motivated, competitive and coachable.Are you ready to work in a rewarding, high-energy environment, and state-of-the-art facility? Come take the next step of your career with Hudson Automotive Group!We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.All applicants must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and possess a valid driver's license.#T1