Technician A - FT - 8118

Paycom - ATS; Gonzales (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Gonzales, TX is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician A to perform brakes, oil changes, and complex diagnostics. You will educate customers on preventive maintenance and support ongoing shop operations.

The role requires five+ years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and ASE certifications. You will work on-site, follow safety rules, and participate in ongoing training and staff development.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of related automotive experience or training.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating instructions and manuals; write routine notes.
• Ability to present information clearly to customers.
• Valid Driver's License and, if applicable, emissions certification.
• ASE certifications are a strong plus and helpful for this role.

Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy.
• Handles more complex repairs and diagnostics, including transmissions.
• Mentors Technicians B and C in the team.
• Repairs brakes, A/C services, transmissions, and suspension systems.
• Documents all work and communicates with customers; road tests as needed.
• Maintains shop cleanliness and properly stores tools and manuals.
• Adheres to safety regulations and company SOPs; participates in trainings.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Written communication

Customer communication

Safety awareness

Cramped-space work

Education

Five+ years experience

Valid Driver's License

State Emission Certification

ASE Certifications

State Vehicle Inspector Certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Texas Express 8118 - Gonzales, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Automotive, Summary/objective:

Technician A requires above average mechanical knowledge and performs most mechanical tasks assigned to them, including the following jobs or services: brakes, rotors, fluid exchanges, oil change, transmission, differential, cooling system maintenance, repairing and replacing tires and additional services (e.g. wiper blades, air filters, etc.). Technician A communicates with customers, educating them on necessary preventive vehicle maintenance. Additional duties may include some courtesy services, tire repair and replacement services.

You are paid an hourly rate and a commission percentage that is standard across the company.

Essential Duties

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with supervisory direction and factory standards.
• Work on more complex repairs and diagnostics than Tech B or C, including transmissions, heavy-line repairs and engine overhauls.
• Helps in the training of Technicians B and/or Technician C team members.
• Repair knowledge of Brakes, A/C services, Transmissions, Power Steering and Suspension Repairs and more. Diagnoses most cars that come through the shop, then repairs vehicle problems based on customer complaints and inspection.
• Examines assigned vehicles to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Partner with the Center Manager on scheduling repairs out for the day.
• Documents all work performed and recommended. Road tests vehicles as needed.
• Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notify the manager immediately of any damage that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Keeps the shop areas neat, clean and organized.
• Maintains and is accountable for all store-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.
• Understands, and comply with federal, state and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know -this includes any SOP of our company guidelines and rules.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner. Reports any safety issues immediately to management
• Participates in organization-sponsored training programs.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications: Qualifications: Education and/or Experience

• Five(5) plus years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine tickets, notes and other correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers.
• Valid Driver's License
• State Emission Certification- if applicable in your state
• Current ASE Certifications are a huge plus in this role.
• State Vehicle Inspector Certification- if applicable in your state

Physical Demands / Work Environment and Requirements

• We require tools for this position that enable you to perform the majority of services that you are qualified to perform. You will need to have a toolbox with tools on site.
• You will be required to sign a contract with our uniform policy and procedure plan.
• Ability to work in cramped places, such as underneath a jacked-up automobile or a lower bay.
• Upper body strength and stamina to effectively use hand tools like hammers and wrenches and to make sure that fasteners are properly secured.
• Fine motor skills to be able to work with small fasteners, such as nuts, bolts, and washers.
• Vision: Ability to read diagrams, manuals and emails. Often, you are required to work with color-coded wiring.
• Ability to work in fluctuating and sometimes extreme weather temperatures