Hourly Technician

Crevier BMW; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Crevier BMW in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an Hourly Technician to diagnose and repair vehicle systems in line with dealer and factory standards. The role requires 1–2 years of related experience or training and a high school diploma; safety and quality are emphasized.

You will perform troubleshooting, road tests, and customer communications, maintain a clean shop, and document all work. The position is full-time with pay between $20 and $24 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment.
• 1–2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent education.
• Previous automotive technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle components per dealer and manufacturer standards.
• Troubleshoot and test automotive systems.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs.
• Communicate with Service Advisor about additional work.
• Document work performed on repair orders.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Attend training as requested.

Skills

Automotive systems knowledge

Technical manuals usage

Technical communication

Quality processes

Instruction comprehension

Active listening to customers

Time management

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary/Objective
The Hourly Technician diagnoses and performs repairs on all vehicle components with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with dealer and manufacturer/factory standards.

Essential Functions

• Full automotive troubleshooting and testing
• Maintains a clean, efficient work area and assists in keeping the shop neat and organized
• Ensures that customer vehicles are repaired accurately and kept clean
• Road test vehicles to ensure qualify repair the first time
• Diagnoses malfunctions and perform the necessary repairs for them
• Ability to perform any additional related duties as required and assigned by Service Manager or Shop Foreman
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended
• Communicates with Service Advisor and/or Dispatcher if additional work is needed
• Aids Service Writer as needed to write work orders, conduct test rides, interact with the customer, or in any other way to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Follows all attendance and punctuality standards with adherences to timekeeping standards. Employees are required to record the beginning and ending times of any shift, break, or departure from work for personal reasons
• Attends pertinent training on request
• Follows the Code of Business Ethics and Conduct
• Other duties as assigned

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.

Requirements

• Knowledge of automotive systems
• Ability to use technical reference materials and technical manuals
• Ability to communicate technical terms to non-technical audience
• Ability to follow processes to ensure quality and safety
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Ability to listen to customer and determine how to assist them
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Excellent communication skills and works well in a team environment

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment
Will primarily work in an automotive shop environment. Workspace is covered but may involve various weather conditions such as heat and cold as well as safety hazards due to the nature of work. May experience loud noise on a regular basis.
Medium/Heavy Work---Will lift over 50 pounds with assistance device required and/or frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to or over 35 pounds with assistance device available as needed.
This position will require the employee to be standing for prolonged periods of time
This position requires the ability to push, pull, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp, and walk on a regular basis This position involves repetitive motion
This position requires the ability to talk and hear

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Shop Business Hours with ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment. One to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
Previous Automotive Technician experience or recent completion of automotive tech trade school preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (Certification/Licenses/Registrations)
Valid Driver's License

Safety Sensitive Position

The essential functions of this position require a person to work with hazardous or flammable materials; AND/OR to complete tasks in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, including without limitation the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, or motor vehicles.

Dealership Name

1500 Auto Mall Drive, Santa Ana , California 92705 , United States

Internal Job ID

Hourly Technician-145003

Area of Interest

Service and Parts

Position Type

Full-time

Pay Transparency

Pay for this position is $20-$24 per hour.