Technician (22718)

Premier Automotive Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Automotive Group is seeking a skilled automotive technician for its location in New Orleans, Louisiana. This full-time position involves performing diagnoses and repairs across all areas, with specialization in certain repair areas.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in automotive dealership service and must possess excellent mechanical skills, customer service aptitude, and the ability to operate diagnostic tools effectively. Competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment await.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at an automotive dealership.
• Strong understanding of the service drive.
• Positive, friendly attitude and customer service mentality.
• Ability to learn new technology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs repairs.
• Documents all work performed on repair orders.
• Communicates with service advisor about repairs needed.
• Maintains cleanliness of the work area.

Skills

Mechanical and troubleshooting skills

Customer service skills

Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Job description

Job Details

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.

Job Location: Premier Honda of New Orleans - New Orleans, LA 70128
Position Type: Full Time

Essential Duties

• 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