Technician

Victoryfordkc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Victory Ford of Kansas City in Kansas City, KS is seeking a skilled Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles across areas while specializing as needed. You will interact with the service drive, communicate with parts, and ensure accurate documentation of all work performed.

Responsibilities include road testing when required, staying current with factory bulletins, and overseeing apprentices. A valid license and clean record are required for this full-time role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at an automotive dealership is required.
• Strong understanding of the service drive and parts workflow.
• Dexterity with tools and precise hand-eye coordination.
• Solid mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Basic computer skills to operate dealership software.
• Willingness to learn new technology and procedures.
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment safely.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Pass drug testing and MVR/insurability checks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses cause of malfunctions and performs repairs per standards.
• Communicates parts needs to the parts department.
• Documents work performed on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles or refers to test technician when needed.
• Keeps shop area neat and ensures tools are returned properly.
• Participates in manufacturer training and stays updated on bulletins.
• Supervises apprentices as assigned and reports safety issues.

Skills

Automotive dealership experience

Strong service drive understanding

Dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Mechanical and troubleshooting skills

Customer service skills

Basic computer competencies

Ability to learn new technology

Operate electronic diagnosticEquipment

Valid driver's license and clean DL

Drug testing, MVR/Insurability check

Tools

Electronic diagnostic equipment

Job description

Technician# TechnicianVictory Ford of Kansas City - Kansas City, KS 66109## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionFunctions 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.## Qualifications* Previous experience at an automotive dealership* Strong understanding of the service drive* Dexterity, requiring a steady hand, excellent hand-eye coordination* Mechanical and troubleshooting skills* Excellent customer service skills* Basic computer competencies* Positive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentality* Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment* Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications* Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment* Able to lift up to 50 pounds* Valid driver's license and clean driving record* Pass drug testing, MVR/Insurability, background investigation/interview