Master Automotive Technician

Midas International, LLC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Master Technician to lead a team in delivering exceptional automotive service. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. You will diagnose and repair a range of automotive systems while mentoring fellow technicians. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automotive repair, a strong customer-focused attitude, and a commitment to continuous learning. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact customer care and team development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive mechanical diagnosis and repair experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and successful drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various automotive systems to specifications.
• Explain technical diagnoses and repairs to customers effectively.
• Assist and mentor fellow technicians in technical activities.

Skills

Automotive mechanical diagnosis

Problem-solving

Leadership

Customer service

Technical communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ASE certifications

Section 609 Certification

Job description

The Master Technician requires experience and technical expertise to diagnose drivability, air conditioning, and electrical systems. It is expected to use leadership and mentoring skills to drive a team to increase customer care and satisfaction. A successful Master Technician will have direct interaction with customers and deliver superior service through educating the customer on the problems and proposed solutions for their vehicle.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Diagnose and repair to specifications -- brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
2. Perform job duties of all lower job descriptions (Technician A, Technician B, Mechanic, General Service Technician).
3. Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
4. Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
5. Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
6. Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
7. Maintain an organized and neat shop.
8. Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety, and environmental rules.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

This position is a leader in the shop. We expect you to help set the pace and tone while helping to develop the team around you. Collaboration and a team-first mentality are a must if you are looking for success in this role. In addition, we require review the following to measure your fit for this role:

1. A High School Diploma or GED.
2. 5+ years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving, and repair experience.
3. 8 or more ASE certifications are PREFERRED for this position (A1 through A8).
4. Section 609 Certification required.
5. State Inspection license if applicable.
6. High level of motivation, energy, and a customer-focused attitude.
7. Must have a valid driver's license.
8. Successful completion of drug screen.
9. Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

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

Physical Demands

1. Extensive standing, walking, pushing, and reaching.
2. Need full range of motion for reaching, bending, and stooping.
3. Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs.
4. May drive a vehicle if needed.
5. Lifting of heavy equipment >50 pounds is required.
6. May work outside and be exposed to weather.
7. Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
8. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.