Service Technician- New Job! New City? We'll Handle the Rent!

Bird Kultgen Ford; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

Health and dental insurance

401K Plan

Paid time off

Ford Master Tech training

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Family owned

Long term job security

Job summary

Bird Kultgen Ford is seeking a Service Technician (Ford Certified or aiming to become certified) to join our growing team in Central Texas. The candidate should have a solid service technician background and perform repair orders, diagnostics, and vehicle maintenance with a focus on customer communication.

We offer competitive benefits including relocation assistance for movers over 50 miles, health and dental, 401K, paid time off, and paid training toward Ford Master Tech certification.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Service Technician experience preferred.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills; able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Customer service skills and basic computer competencies.
• Positive, friendly attitude with eagerness to improve.
• Enjoys dynamic environments and collaborates well with others.
• Ability to learn new technology, repairs, and specifications.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
• Test-drive vehicles and test components and systems using diagnostic tools.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, brakes, and AC.
• Communicate with Service Advisor about additional needed repairs and provide time estimates.
• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Service Technician

Diagnostic equipment

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

We are looking for a Service Technician (Ford Certified or wanting to become certified) to join our growing team! The right candidate will have a strong service technician background. The day-to-day duties include performing work on specific repair orders and diagnosing what repairs need to be done.

By working at Bird Kultgen Ford , you can be a part of a family owned and operated dealership serving our community since 1936. The BK brand honors the past and is invested in the future. Join the Bird Kultgen Family where we value service to each other and Central Texas as much as to our customers!

Benefits

• Up to $1500/month for 3 months reimbursement for rent and utilities if relocating over 50 miles
• Health, Medical and Dental
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Training- Our goal is for you to become a Ford Master Tech!
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security

Responsibilities

• Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership
• Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
• Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are informed if any additional service is needed. Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs
• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Service Technician experience preferred
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills and ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Customer service skills and basic computer competencies
• Positive, friendly attitude, along with an eagerness to improve
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment
• Teammate with ability to collaborate with others effectively
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment 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.