Master Technician - Bath ME

VIP, Inc.; Bath, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VIP, Inc. is seeking a Flat Rate Technician in Bath, ME. The role focuses on diagnose, repair, and maintenance of automotive systems, ensuring quality work and safety compliance.

The technician follows VIP processes to deliver a better customer experience, performs required trainings, and maintains clean, safe work practices in a busy shop. The position requires one year of related automotive experience, a possible two-year college program, and ASE certification completion.

Qualifications

• Read, analyze, and interpret technical instructions, journal and procedures
• Explain vehicle information to customers, present and respond to questions
• Diagnose and recommend solutions to automotive problems
• Interpret, understand, and apply written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions
• Ability to successfully perform required automotive services listed above

Responsibilities

• Maintain workplace safety as Priority #1 and follow safety policies
• Provide automotive diagnosis, repair, and maintenance services for customers across ASE systems
• Initiate and display Service Work Orders prior to service and manage paperwork
• Complete MPI and participate in the 5-for-5 Customer Engagement Process
• Return unused parts to the Desk Team after service
• Road test vehicles after service to ensure safe operation
• Keep work area clean and organized; maintain shop equipment
• Attend meetings and trainings as needed

Skills

Diagnostics

Customer communication

Safety compliance

Technical reading

Problem solving

Education

Two-year college or technical program recommended

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ASE G1

ASE A4

Job description

REPORTING TO: Service Manager EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt / hourly

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Flat Rate Technician (Tech) lives VIP’s mission to EARN AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE by learning and living the VIP culture and following VIP processes to ensure that customers get a different & better experience. The Tech must work effectively and safely to ensure good communication, teamwork, and operation in serving customers. The Tech is responsible for effective diagnosis of automotive systems, repair and replacement of automotive parts, fluids, tires, and accessories and ensuring these services are done right the first time. The Tech is expected to comply with company safety, loss prevention, and customer service programs as well as established policies and procedures and municipal, state, and federal regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Makes sure that workplace safety is Priority #1. Follows all safety policies, completes all safety-related training, locks out any unsafe equipment, and reports any unsafe conditions or actions to a member of Management.
2. Provides automotive systems diagnosis, repair, and maintenance services for customers, including all systems covered by the ASE series of automotive certifications

• A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles
• A5 – Brakes
• A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
• A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning
• A8 – Engine Performance

Ensures a valid Service Work Order is initiated prior to initiating service on a vehicle and ensures it is visibly displayed with the vehicle while it is being serviced.

Ensures an MPI is completed prior to initiating service on every vehicle and actively supports and participates in the 5-for-5 Customer Engagement Process.

Ensures the Service Work Order and any required printouts are completed and returned to the Service Desk with the vehicle keys upon completion of service.

Obtains needed parts only from a member of the Desk Team (Service Manager, Assistant Manager, Service Writer, or Tech/Advisor) and returns all unused parts to the Desk Team after completion of service.

Returns cores, batteries and used tires to designated security areas for appropriate handling.

Maintains a minimum 16-week average productivity based on position:

Follows VIP’s quality service policies to ensure work is performed in accordance with VIP quality standards.

Completes all required training and certification for the position.

• Take and pass all required and assigned LMS training
• Complete all required safe equipment operation training
• Become a Licensed State Vehicle Inspector (state-specific requirement)
• Become T.I.A basic automotive tire service (BATS) certified and T.I.A. advanced TPMS certified
• Become ASE certified based on position:
  • Technician: G1, A4 and A5
  • ASE Technician: Four of the A-Series ASE certifications
• Master Technician: All eight A-Series A1 thru A8

Train, support and deliver the 5-for-5 process to educate our customers about their vehicle’s condition

Attend meetings and training sessions as needed. Typically, several times per year.

Quality, Safety & Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Road tests vehicles as necessary after service to ensure safe and satisfactory operating conditions
• Secures and locks customer vehicles when returning vehicles to parking lot upon completion of service
• Installs seat and steering wheel covers and floor mats prior to entering customers’ vehicles
• Maintains a clean work area clear of debris, cores, unused parts and stray tools and equipment
• Maintains and cleans shop equipment immediately after use by removing debris, grease, chemicals, etc.
• Participates in daily and weekly shop maintenance programs as designated by Service Management
• Complies with established safety and loss prevention programs to include protective eyewear

Additional Responsibilities (Performs other functions as required.)

• Maintains technical capabilities to ensure safe use of service equipment and maintain ASE certification status
• Reviews and Authorizes time worked and attendance records in DAYFORCE daily and weekly
• Complies with the provisions of VIP’s culture and service standards
• Participates actively in team meetings
• Works in conjunction with the Service Manager to ensure shop equipment safe operation standards are met
• Complies with company, municipal, state, and federal regulations regulating disposal of hazardous waste

Facility and EquipmentMaintenance

• Ensures satisfactory maintenance, appearance, and condition of facility to comply with security, safety and environmental codes andordinances
• Ensures satisfactory maintenance, appearance, and condition of equipment, ensuring the team has the resources they need to meet our customer’s needs
• Any facility or equipment issues should be entered into the facility or equipment database
• Ensures appropriate steps are taken to maintain a clean service department throughout the businessday

Procedural Compliance

• Enforces strict compliance with the service Code of Ethics and all municipal, state, and federal regulations and procedures pertaining to the operation of the location.

PERFORMANCE MEASURMENT:

• Maintain minimum 50% Productivity, measured as Billed Hours / Worked Hours
• Minimal come backs, ensuring work is completed properly the first time

STANDARD MANAGEMENT WORK WEEK:

• SCHEDULE: The standard expectation is 5-day work and 40 hours per week.
• ATTENDANCE: Arrive prior to each work shift, be ready to perform duties upon shift start time, and work all scheduled hours as directed by management team

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
   • Read, analyze, and interpret technical instructions, journal and procedures, or governmental regulations
   • Effectively explain vehicle information to customers, present and respond to questions from coworkers
   • Diagnose and recommend solutions to basic automotive problems
   • Interpret, understand, and apply instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
   • Ability to successfully perform required types of automotive services listed above
2. Minimum Educational and/or ExperienceLevel
   • One year of related experience in automotive servicefield
   • Completion of two-year college or technical school programrecommended
   • Or an equivalent combination of education andexperience
3. Certificates, Licences, and/or Registrations
   • Current, valid driver’s license issued in state ofresidence
   • ASE Certification G1 – Maintenance and light repair recommended
   • ASE Certification A4 – Suspension & Steering

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the Installation Technician job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job duties are performed within an indoor service department (generally 800 to2500 sq. ft.), which opens to the outdoors via overhead doors. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is exposed to varying weather, climate and temperature conditions, mechanical equipment, automotive and industrial cleaning chemicals, and noise levels that may reach 110 decibels depending upon type of service being performed. Protective eyewear must be worn in the service area at all times.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Listed below is a table that summarizes the physical activities associated with the position and the average amount of time required of each physical activity. Protective back support belts must be worn while performing strenuous physical activities involving lifting and exerting force.

Essential Physical Activity Requirements

Less than 1/3 of Time

1/3 to 2/3 of Time

More than 2/3 of Time

Reaching

Standing

Pushing / Pulling

Walking

Climbing

Kneeling

Essential Weightlifting/Force Exertion Requirements

Listed below is a table which summarizes the amount of time spent and weight lifted, or force exerted in the position.