Jr. Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Automotive Technician to perform essential diagnostic and repair tasks. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, along with opportunities for advancement. Ideal candidates will have prior automotive experience and a commitment to safety in a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Discounted Services on Personal Vehicles

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of previous automotive technician experience.
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized equipment for diagnostics.
• Current, valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic automotive diagnostic and repair services.
• Perform tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance, and tire rotation.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Basic mechanical repairs

Tire services

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Junior Automotive Technician is responsible for conducting basic automotive diagnostic and repair such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services and light vehicle maintenance such as brakes, suspension, and alignments.

Compensation: $16.00/hr. to $20.00/hr.

Benefits :

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement!!!
  
  

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Performs basic mechanical repairs based on level of experience
• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.
• Performs oil changes, fluid changes and power flushes and other basic services.
• Utilizes the company’s Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections (in applicable locations) on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to direct supervisor
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends as needed. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor
• Adheres to Sun Auto’s core values, and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Sun Auto Tire & Service Employee Handbook
  
  

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 2 years of previous automotive technician experience
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized equipment for diagnostics
• Current, valid Driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to obtain a State Inspector License (in applicable locations) is preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

The Junior Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

The Junior Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
• Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus
  
  

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

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail

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