Light Duty Technician

Audi-Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Job summary

A Light Duty Technician position at Lithia & Driveway Audi Minneapolis involves diagnosing and repairing vehicles to Lithia and factory standards. You will road-test after service, document results, and maintain tools and workspace while ensuring customer vehicles are returned clean and in top condition.

The role requires 3–5 years of automotive experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, and ASE certification(s). Competitive flat-rate pay with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 ASE certification (prefer ASE Master Technician).
• Three to five years of automotive technician experience.
• Ability to perform repairs per Lithia standards with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Perform repairs as outlined on repair order with accuracy and efficiency.
• Road-test vehicles to verify repair quality.
• Document work performed and test results on repair orders.
• Maintain inventory of standard tools and return special tools to proper place.
• Keep workspace clean and organized; ensure vehicles are returned clean.
• Complete required training and certifications.
• Review technical bulletins as assigned.
• Communicate with dealership personnel to satisfy customer needs.
• Report safety or integrity concerns to management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:L0805 Audi MinneapolisAudi MinneapolisThe Light Duty Technician is responsible for performing automotive repairs and service in accordance with store and factory standards. This individual utilizes their skills to diagnose and resolve the different sources of automotive problems swiftly and accurately. The Light Duty Technician works with all Service personnel and management to ensure the satisfaction of our customers.The Light Duty Technician reports to the Shop ForemanWhat You'll DoPerform 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.What You'll BringStrong attention to detailSense of urgencyAttention to detailExcellent communicationCompetency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas with no supervision:Lube and Maintenance ServicesEngine RepairSuspension/Steering RepairBrake RepairHeating and A/C Repair (Optional)Certification/Training:Manufacturer certified in all areas listed above.Minimum of 1 ASE certifications (Should be an ASE Master Technician)Customer Pay Proficiency Level: Greater than 100% Customer Pay RepairsAutomotive Technical Knowledge – Three to five years’ experienceTotal RewardsThis is a flat rate position that is also eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which includes: $22Flat Rate, with a guarantee of $25.60Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comAbout UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.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.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.