Shop Assistant

TAG Auto Group; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

TAG Auto Group is seeking a Shop Assistant to support the operations team by detailing and thoroughly inspecting repaired vehicles before customer release. The role also helps maintain the shop location and organize equipment and tools.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and strong verbal communication and mechanical skills. Prior automotive experience is preferred but not mandatory; the role suits someone who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Prior automotive industry experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal communication and mechanical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to be flexible with task assignments and respond to shop needs.
• Ability to work independently but as part of a team to service customers and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough detailing and cleaning of all vehicles prior to delivery.
• Visually inspect repaired areas for defects; notify management if issues are found.
• Assist in general maintenance of shop location and outdoor grounds.
• Inspect goods to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Follow safety equipment requirements and participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Maintain organization of tools and work area; return items to designated places.
• Identify possible improvements in quality control processes.
• Perform cleaning tasks (mopping, dusting, sweeping) and restock restrooms.

Skills

Verbal communication

Mechanical skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

The Shop Assistant serves to support the operations team by providing and performing a detailed and thorough inspection and cleaning of the repaired vehicle prior to release to the customer. This role will also serve to assist shop operations by performing a variety of tasks associated with maintenance of the shop location, including cleaning and organizing of various pieces of equipment and tools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for performing a thorough detailing and cleaning of all vehicles prior to final delivery to the customer.
• Visually inspect every vehicle for flaws in the repaired area. Promptly notify the General Manager or assigned technician should any defects or issues be found upon inspection.
• Responsible for assisting in the general maintenance of shop location and outside grounds.
• Inspecting goods or products according to quality and safety standards.
• May serve to ensure that test equipment is calibrated and working correctly.
• Consistently utilizes all required safety equipment, adheres to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal and participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Maintains the proper function of all service tools and equipment in the detail department; keep personal work area organized and returns tools, materials, and equipment to designated areas.
• Identifying possible areas for improvement in quality control processes.
• Perform any cleaning activities such as mopping, dusting, sweeping, as well as collecting and emptying trash cans daily. Service, clean, and supply any items in restrooms.

• Make minor repairs when necessary, such as changing a light bulb.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record is necessary
• Prior experience in automotive industry is strongly preferred but not required
• Excellent verbal communication and mechanical skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to be flexible with task assignments and respond to the needs of the shop operations team
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a larger team to meet the objective of servicing the customer and vehicle

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties as assigned.