Ford Master Technician - North Central Ford

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan premiums waived

Award winning training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

North Central Ford in Richardson, TX is seeking a skilled Service Technician to perform vehicle repair and maintenance to dealership and factory standards. You will oversee apprentices and diagnose malfunctions, order parts, and ensure safety compliance.

The role requires 2-3 years of experience, ASE or similar training, a valid driver's license, and ability to work independently. Competitive pay up to $55/hour plus tenure bonuses and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of automotive technician experience.
• ASE or manufacturing training.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment testing (background checks, MVR, drug test).

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders and assign to stall.
• Perform repairs per repair order to dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Communicate with parts to obtain required items.
• Save and tag parts for warranty or customer requests.
• Inspect vehicle for additional safety or service needs.
• Notify service advisor if extra work is not needed or cannot be completed in time.
• Test-drive or refer to test technician as needed.
• Supervise apprentices and attend factory training classes.

Skills

Automotive technician experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE or manufacturing training

Job description

Ford Master Technician - North Central Ford in Richardson, TX at Sonic Automotive

Job Type: Other

Experience: Associate

About

North Central Fordis one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!

Hourly Pay Range:

$30-$55/hr (Depending on experience and certifications)

**Ask about our Tenure Bonus program that begins at 6 months from hire date. Bonus pay up to $3.50 per flat rate hour!!!

Preferred experience in performing warranty and customer pay work.

Able to work independently.

2-3 years of automotive technician experience.

Ford Brand Experience (Preferred).

Our associates are happy to work here because:

• Available $0 Health plan premiums for Technicians based on tenure
• We boast the lowest turnover in the industry.
• We provide award winning training (Training Magazine Top 125, and Brandon Hall Awards).
• We are committed to developing and promoting within the company.
• Our benefits are extremely competitive with Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k and PTO.
• We encourage peer to peer teamwork and recognition.
• Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car.
• Personal Automotive Concierge Service.

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We're proud of what we're doing here. Come and join us!

Job Description

The Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. They also will oversee the work of any apprentice technician assigned to them.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive repair orders from dispatcher and take to stall area.
• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notify service advisor immediately if additional work outlined is not needed or required.
• Notify service advisor immediately if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Road-test vehicles when required or refer to the test technician, keeping in mind that the customer vehicle should not be used for personal errands.
• Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers’ cars are kept clean.
• Keep shop area neat, clean, and be able to account for all dealership-owned tools at all times.
• Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.
• High CSI is a must.
• ASE or manufacturing training.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Manual dexterity & Good Judgment.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative team-based approach; to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.