Flat Rate Technician

Penske Automotive; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health care options

401(k) retirement plan with company 40

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz of San Diego, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, seeks an experienced Flat Rate Technician to join our team and deliver extraordinary customer experiences.

In this role you will perform repairs and maintenance per factory and dealership specifications, with pay based on productivity. A flat rate of $36 to $55 per hour is offered, and the expected annual compensation ranges from $75,000 to $180,000. Sign-on bonuses are available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dealership experience.
• Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment.
• Brand knowledge is preferred.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance per factory and dealership standards.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Communicate technical information clearly to Service Advisors.
• Ensure estimates and work orders are accurate and compliant with standards.

Skills

Dealership experience

Shop tools knowledge

Teamwork

Customer service mindset

Tools

Shop tools

Job description

Mercedes-Benz of San Diego, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is looking for an experienced Flat Rate Technician to join our team and deliver extraordinary customer experiences.

JOIN OUR TEAM

At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the very best experience possible to our customers. We are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals who share that same passion to join our team.

Imagine working in a professional and financially satisfying job where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers every day. As a Flat Rate Technician, you will perform repairs and maintenance work in accordance with factory and dealership specifications and time standards for an excellent customer experience.

Pay for this position is based on productivity and qualifications. It starts at a flat rate of $36 to $55 per hour. The expected pay is $75,000 to $180,000 per year.

Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
• Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental, and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources, and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience, and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.
• State-of-the-art facilities and excellent working conditions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Genuine interest in providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment, 3+ years of dealership experience. Brand knowledge is preferred, but not required.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE TABLE

• Commitment: Ensure our customers have a world-class service experience at every step along their ownership journey, especially in vehicle repairs.
• Excellence: Provide an unparalleled level of technical knowledge and expertise to help repair and maintain vehicles to the highest factory and dealership standards.
• Communication: Clearly and effectively communicate technical information regarding customer vehicles to Service Advisors.
• Accountability: Comply with all manufacturer standards of quality and timeliness for repairs and maintenance work, and ensure that all estimates and work orders are accurate.
• Safety: Understand and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations that affect shop operations, such as handling and disposal of hazardous waste, OSHA, and use of safety and health personal protective equipment.

Penske Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug- and alcohol‑free workplace. Some positions may require applicants to possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Pay for this position is based on productivity and qualifications. It starts at a flat rate of $36 to $55 per hour. The expected pay is $75,000 to $180,000 per year.

Req Number: 38092

Position Code: 145002

Type: Full-time

Dealership: Mercedes-Benz of San Diego

Location Address: 4750 Kearny Mesa Rd.

EEO Statement

The Company is committed to hiring a diverse and qualified workforce. We will not consider any characteristic or category protected by state or federal law in hiring or employment decisions, including but not limited to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, status as a parent, or genetic information.