Mobile Automotive Technician

LKQ Corp; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking motivated Automotive Technicians to join our Jacksonville team. You will assist managers with documenting repairs, conduct trainee training, and execute a range of bumper-to-bumper mechanical and electrical repairs.

Build strong customer relationships while supporting growth and service excellence. The role requires a high school diploma and relevant certification, 5+ years of automotive repair experience, and the ability to work with diagnostic tools and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma and relevant automotive certification.
• Experience in automotive repair is required (5+ years).
• Proficient use of automotive diagnostic tools and equipment is expected.
• Able to obtain corporate insurance programs and pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist service managers and estimators with documentation for repairs.
• Conduct training and test trainees.
• Coordinate training on hardware/software tools and workflows with managers.
• Perform bumper-to-bumper mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Develop relationships with new customers and provide high level service to existing customers.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive repair

Customer relationships

Training & mentoring

Diagnostic equipment

Education

High school diploma

Auto technician certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Vehicle service tools

Job description

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be.

Attention Automotive Technicians!

Essential Job Duties

• Assist service managers and estimators in providing documentation for any mechanical or electronic repairs services needed.
• Conduct training and test trainees.
• Work with managers and determine needed training on the use of hardware and software tools or workflow.
• Perform bumper-to-bumper mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Develop relationships with new customers and provide a high level of service to existing customers to maintain customer relationships.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma and relevant certification.
• 5+ years of automotive repair experience.
• Possess a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Must qualify for corporate insurance programs, including vehicle insurance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to develop relationships with new customers to increase market share.
• Proficient use of a variety of automotive services and diagnostic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. Ability to create, maintain and incorporate functions into Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, databases, and PowerPoint presentations to support business objectives.
• Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
• Decisions generally affect one's job or assigned functional area.
• Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods.
• The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Some positions in this classification may involve operating a motor vehicle for work-related duties. Employees assigned driving responsibilities must meet all applicable eligibility and safety requirements.

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.