Service Automotive Technician

Toyot; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyot is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair vehicles in a dealership setting. You will perform repairs per repair orders, communicate with parts, document results, and road-test as needed.

The role requires strong mechanical and troubleshooting abilities and a customer-service mindset. Candidates should have prior dealership experience, be capable of handling fast-paced environments, and be willing to work with electronic diagnostic equipment while maintaining safety standards

Qualifications

• Previous experience at an automotive dealership.
• Strong understanding of the service drive.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to pass drug testing, MVR/Insurability and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses cause of malfunctions and performs repairs.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles when required or refer to the test technician.
• Supervises work of apprentices as assigned and keeps shop area clean.
• Maintains dealership-owned tools and manuals and complies with safety regulations.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diagnostics equipment

Customer service

Safety compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Learning aptitude

Tools

Electronic diagnostic equipment

Job description

Functions as a skilled-level technician who is able to perform diagnoses and repairs in all areas, in addition to being specialized in particular areas of repair. Essential Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repair.Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.Road tests vehicles when required or refers to the test technician.Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.Supervises work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.Keeps shop area neat and clean.Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.Reports any safety issues immediately to management.Previous experience at an automotive dealershipStrong understanding of the service driveDexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordinationMechanical and troubleshooting skillsExcellent customer service skillsBasic computer competenciesPositive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentalityEnjoy working in a fast-paced environmentAbility to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specificationsAble to operate electronic diagnostic equipmentAble to lift up to 50 poundsValid driver's license and clean driving recordPass drug testing, MVR/Insurability, background investigation/interview