Mid Level Automotive Technician - Parkersburg, WV

Goodyear Dunlop Tires Germany GmbH; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mid-Level Automotive Technician to join their dynamic team in Parkersburg. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, where you will diagnose technical issues and deliver outstanding service. With a commitment to training and career advancement, the company invests in its employees' futures. You will learn essential skills such as brake repairs, fluid exchanges, and preventative maintenance while providing excellent guest service. If you are passionate about the automotive industry and eager to grow your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Plans

401(k)

Certification Reimbursement

Paid Vacations

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs and maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Perform line technician services and routine inspections/maintenance.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians.
• Maintain strict adherence to Company policy on vehicle care.

Skills

Automotive Experience

Brake Repairs

Fluid Flushes

Preventative Maintenance

Problem Solving

Guest Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE Certification

Job description

Location:

Parkersburg, WV, US, 26101

Company: Goodyear

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Goodyear owns and operates more than 580 tire and auto service centers nationwide. We offer a fun, fast-paced work environment, with competitive base pay. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement, and paid vacations. At Goodyear, we invest in you and your future by providing excellent training for our technician, sales team, and management positions. We offer fast track career advancement opportunities for hard-working, team players who can deliver results. If you are looking for more than a job, apply today and begin your career with the tire and auto service innovation leader.

As a Mid-Level Automotive Technician, you will gain hands-on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service.

What's in it for you:

• You will become familiar with brakes, alignments, and continually learn in the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• We offer a fun, fast-paced work environment, with competitive base pay.
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement, and paid vacations.
• At Goodyear, we invest in you and your future by providing excellent training for our technician, sales team, and management positions. We offer fast track career advancement opportunities for hard-working, team players who can deliver results.

Shift Information: Depending on location, our stores may be open 7 days a week, which may include weekends and some holidays.

What do we consider?

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.

What else do we consider?

• Display a commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• ASE Certification.
• Previous experience diagnosing vehicles and performing road tests.
• Previous electrical, air conditioning, and primary and advanced fuel ignition experience.

About the Role: What skills will you learn?

• How to perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians.
• Document all work performed on the repair order.
• Report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Promote teamwork to deliver timely and accurate guest care during all operating hours.
• Maintain strict adherence to Company policy on vehicle care and operation.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including consumer tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting.

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar