Technician - Audi Birmingham

Sonic Automotive; Irondale (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Automotive in Irondale, Alabama, is looking for a skilled technician to perform vehicle repairs and maintenance. The candidate must have a high school diploma and ASE training, ensuring quality service and high customer satisfaction.

The position requires manual dexterity and good judgment, as well as adherence to safety procedures. Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctioning vehicles, documenting repairs, and supervising apprentice technicians. A valid driver's license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Authorized to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders and carry out assigned work.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs accurately.
• Road-test vehicles and supervise apprentice technicians.

Skills

High customer satisfaction index

Manual dexterity

Good judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE or manufacturing training

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders from dispatcher and take to stall area.
• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notify service advisor immediately if additional work outlined is not needed or required.
• Notify service advisor immediately if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Document work performed.
• Road‑test vehicles when required or refer to the test technician, keeping in mind that the customer vehicle should not be used for personal errands.
• Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Attend factory‑sponsored training classes.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers’ cars are kept clean.
• Keep shop area neat, clean, and be able to account for all dealership‑owned tools at all times.
• Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.

Qualifications

• High CSI is a must.
• ASE or manufacturing training.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Manual dexterity.
• Good judgment.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre‑employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.