Senior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Service; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick time

6 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance (company paid)

401(k) retirement with company match

Discounted services

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

TGK Automotive Specialists in Bloomington, MN seeks an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair customer vehicles to MAP and dealer standards. You will perform complex repairs, explain findings to customers, and document all actions.

Excellent diagnostic skills and a valid license are required, with ASE certs acceptable in lieu of experience. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $120,000 per year, with benefits including insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience as an automotive technician or mechanic is required.
• ASE certifications can substitute for experience.
• Ability to use computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license; minimum 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicles per certifications and experience.
• Perform multi-point inspections and repairs with accuracy.
• Explain diagnoses and required repairs to customers and staff.
• Document recommendations in the customer file and follow safety procedures.
• Work Monday–Friday with flexible scheduling.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Technical aptitude

Customer communication

Education

ASE certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent; Technical School experience preferred

Job description

Overview

TGK Automotive Specialists – We have been serving our clients with honesty and integrity since 2007. We maintain the highest level of repair and service at a fair price and are devoted to client satisfaction.

We have immediate openings for Auto Repair Techs. If you’re a motivated technician, you’ll have the ability to handle multiple repairs throughout the day with a seasoned staff, we are looking for you. Auto Techs are essential in our shops to ensure that scheduled maintenance and repairs are provided with the highest quality standards in the clients expected timeframe.

The Senior Automotive Technician is responsible for effectively and efficiently diagnosing and repairing customer vehicles while adhering to the MAP guidelines and in accordance with dealership, manufacturer’s, and company repair standards.

COMPENSATION: $85,000/Yr. - $120,000/Yr. VARIES DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Benefits:

• Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement!!!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses vehicles according to the appropriate level of certifications/experience.
• Performs work as outlined on the Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order with efficiency and accuracy
• Performs complex and heavy-duty repairs
• Explains technical diagnosis and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include the Store Manager, Service Consultants and/or customers
• Recommends services that are necessary to keep the customer’s vehicle in running condition; properly documents all recommendations in customer file
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to direct supervisor
• Adheres to Sun Auto’s core values, all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Ability to work flexible schedules, Monday - Friday

Qualifications

• Previous automotive technician / mechanic experience required
• ASE certifications in lieu of experience
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized equipment for diagnostics
• Valid Driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Technical School experience preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The Senior Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

The Senior Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
• Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus

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

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.