New Vehicle Prep & Tech Install Specialist

Penske Motor Group; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job description

Position Overview

Longo Toyota is seeking a PDI Technician to join our team. The PDI Technician is responsible for preloading systems, including inspecting, preparing, and servicing all new vehicles delivered to the dealership.

Pay Scale

Wages include a base hourly rate of $21.00. The position is 100% on site at Longo Toyota in El Monte, CA.

Responsibilities

• Inspects all lubrication levels and adds proper lubrication, as required
• Inspects all new vehicles for obvious damages and missing components
• Replaces defective items according to specifications, using hand tools
• Test-drives vehicles to ensure proper operation of brakes, transmission, and engine operation
• Activates power equipment such as electric windows, seats, radio, horn, lights, and directional signals to ensure specified operating standards
• Touches up any minor chips and scratches on paint
• Installs optional equipment specified by the guest or dealer such as outside mirrors, rugs, seat covers, using hand tools
• Installs standard components such as hubcaps and wiper blades, using hand tools
• Installs manufacturer and aftermarket accessories such as GPS systems
• Performs GPS installations at customer residencies
• Follows all company safety policies, operations, and practices
• Assists in all other areas of the Service Department as needed
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions
• Maintains assigned workspace in an organized and clean manner
• Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent; some vocational training in automotive desired
• Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance required; and mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, and percentages) and application
• Ability to operate manual transmission vehicle; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; determining causes of operating errors on vehicles and deciding what to do about it; read and comprehend instructions and information in the English language
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear
• Work in all weather conditions
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs
• Stand for long periods of time
• Exerts maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, bending, reaching and squatting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.