Hourly Technician

Val Strough Cypress Coast Automotive Group; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Val Strough Cypress Coast Automotive Group is looking for an Entry-Level Hourly Technician in Seaside, California. The role involves performing light maintenance and repairs, including oil changes and tire rotations, while adhering to dealership standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and some related experience. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential, with opportunities for training and advancement available.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform light maintenance and repairs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance as per the dealership standards.
• Inspect and replenish vehicle fluids.
• Communicate effectively with the service advisor.

Skills

Basic maintenance skills

Customer communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automotive tools

Job description

Job Title

Hourly Technician

Summary

Requires the ability to perform light maintenance and repairs which include lube, oil, and filter changes, balancing and rotation of tires and flushing cooling systems. This is an entry‑level position.

Essential Duties

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Sells lubrication, safety inspection and other related services, and maintains related records on regular customers.
• Inspects vehicle fluid levels and replenishes as necessary.
• Checks tire pressure and adds air if needed.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if the outlined work is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles.
• Participates in manufacturer‑sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean and notifies service advisor immediately of any changes in appearance or condition.
• Maintains a neat and clean shop area.
• Maintains accountability for all dealership‑owned tools and manuals, returning them in the same condition as received.
• Understands and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right‑to‑Know.
• Operates all tools and equipment safely.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; present information effectively in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Manufacturer Training
• Valid Driver's License

Mandatory Statements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.