Service Technician

Centerra Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerra Group in Los Angeles is seeking a Service Technician to perform a wide range of vehicle technical tasks, fluids checks, safety inspections, washes, detailing, and fleet support. You will also handle decals, vehicle moves, and basic inventory, with some on-the-road duties and variable hours.

Candidate should have automotive knowledge, a valid CA driver’s license, and be comfortable with hands-on tasks and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a safety-minded approach on all work performed.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Effective oral and written communication with all levels.
• Strong organizational skills to manage time and multiple priorities.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Check and maintain automotive fluids levels in pool vehicles: gas, oil, windshield wiper.
• Conduct vehicle safety inspections: tires, seat belts, airbags, mirrors, etc.
• Wash automobiles, trucks, and vans prior to renting.
• Perform wash, vacuum, or complete auto detailing for customers' vehicles.
• Install decals, logos, county seal and signage lettering for motor pool fleet.
• Daily vehicle count and parking lot space location.
• Daily jump-starts and general vehicle maintenance.
• Picking up and delivering vehicles to shops, dealers and vendors as required.
• Road-testing vehicles on public streets and highways when required.
• Conduct supply inventory of facility supplies and submit requisition.
• Keep work tools and equipment clean and in working condition.
• Ensure cleanliness and appearance standards for offices and facilities.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals and cleaners per safety standards.
• Perform all work using safe work practices in accordance with policy.
• Work may be in busy service garages; some on-the-road maintenance and inclement weather.
• May require extended or weekend hours; other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Service Technician will be responsible with performing a vast number of vehicle technical tasks, vehicles accountability and facility maintenance.

Pay Rate: $20.00

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check and maintain automotive fluids levels in pool vehicles: gas, oil, windshield wiper


• Conduct vehicle safety inspection: check tire pressure, safety devices such as seat belts, horn, airbags, gages, parking brake operations, mirrors etc.


• Wash automobiles, trucks, and vans assigned to the pool coordinator prior to renting


• Perform wash, vacuum, or complete auto detailing for customers' vehicles


• Install decals, logos, county seal and signage lettering for motor pool fleet


• Conduct daily vehicle count and parking lot space location


• Daily Jump-start and operational vehicles maintenance


• Picking up and delivering vehicles to different locations; shops, dealers and vendors as required


• Road-testing vehicles on public streets and highways when required


• Conduct supply inventory of facility supplies and submit requisition


• Keep work tools and equipment in clean and working condition


• Ensure that company standards of cleanliness and appearance are met or exceeded in offices, restrooms, hallways and company units and any interior/exterior and other assigned facilities


• Ensure that the safe handling and storage of chemicals and cleaners used in performing of daily work duties at your respective locations comply with safety standards


• Perform all work using safe work practices and in accordance with policy


• Work is typically based in one of five busy service maintenance garage environments, may require occasional on-the-road maintenance repairs. Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by established Company Safety Standards. Normal work hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, however some extended or weekend hours may also be required.


• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid CA Driver's License


• Must complete county required Live Scan


• Current automotive knowledge required


• Must be able to maintain a safety-minded approach on all work performed


• Proficiency with MS Office Suite


• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion


• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process


• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment


• Must be able to lift, lower, carry, push or move objects up to 50 lbs. Various tasks may require intermittent standing or prolonged sitting, and the ability to walk, reach, kneel, crouch and handle work related supplies and tools. Additional details related to physical requirements may be outlined in the Company's Performance Work Statement or Contract with the client.