Kia Service Technician

Lithia & Driveway; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Lithia Motors' Kia of Frisco dealership is seeking a Service Technician (A, B & C) and Lube Technician to join our growing team. The role emphasizes completing repairs to Lithia and manufacturer standards, diagnosing issues, and road-testing vehicles for quality assurance.

Candidates should have a minimum of two years in automotive service and a drive to maintain high standards. Relocation assistance may be available; benefits are offered, and opportunities for training and ASE certification are

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an Automotive Service Technician, preferred.
• Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary training.
• Willingness to work multiple shifts and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy.
• Diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.
• Record time spent on repairs using company clocking procedures.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace and return customers' vehicles clean.

Skills

Automotive Service

2+ years experience

Job description

Dealership L0455 Kia of Frisco Kia of Frisco Service Technician A, B & C Lube Technician Reliable. Motivated. Accountable.

Do these words describe you? If so, There's no better time to join us on the road to success! We are committed to growing our company and Growing our People.

We are one of over 300 Lithia Motors dealerships nationwide. Come be a part of the Automotive Industry future with the Lithia Motors family, a Fortune 500 (#124! - 2024) company. We are growing fast! And with growth comes opportunity. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates!

• Experience Requirement: Minimum of 2 years experience as an Automotive Service Technician, preferred
• Pay: $15-$40 per flat rate hour depending of qualifications, experience and certifications
• Service Department Hours: M-F from 7-6, Saturdays 7-4, and Closed on Sundays
• Schedule: Candidates will need to have open availability to work any shift Monday through Saturday, *Saturdays are rotating, specific schedule/hours TBD during interview with Hiring Manager

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Lithia and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements.
• Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.
• Accurately record time spent on repairs utilizing company time clocking procedures.
• Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.
• Responsible for providing and maintaining an inventory of normal mechanics tools to include screwdrivers, wrenches, socket wrenches, pliers, hammers, chisels and punches, and other tools needed to perform the work for which the technician is trained and not normally inventoried by the service department as “special tools”.
• Return special tools to proper place.
• Use shop supplies and materials in a practical and economical manner.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace, completing a stall cleaning every day.
• Ensure that customer’s vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced.
• Complete all required training.
• Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary and required training.
• Participate in and utilize technical training as assigned by management.
• Review the technical bulletins and other publications as assigned by management.
• Constructively communicate with other dealership personnel as required to satisfy customer needs.
• Report to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its personnel, or customers.
• Maintain personal grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards according to departmental policies. Clean gray work shirts, creased gray work trousers, shirts to be tucked in at all times. Belts worn on trousers to be of no buckle design to avoid scratching paint on customer’s vehicles.
• Arrive at work, take breaks, and depart work at the times designated by management.

We Offer Best In Class Industry Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status).

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.