Technician - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Crestview

Step One Automotive Group; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group is seeking skilled Technicians at their Crestview location. The role includes diagnosing and repairing vehicles across three experience levels (A, B, C). Candidates should have the ability to work independently, be adept with diagnostics, and possess relevant certifications. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered, including tuition assistance and paid holidays.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off from Day 1

Two weeks paid vacation after first year

Major discounts on theme park tickets and travel

Qualifications

• Experience with Electric and Hybrid vehicles is a plus!
• Must pass background check, drug screening, and Motor Vehicle Report.
• Possession of a complete set of tools is required for all classes.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnoses and repairs in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Communicate effectively with parts department and service advisor.
• Keep shop area neat and accountable for all dealership-owned tools.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds

Basic computer literacy

Education

ASE Certifications

Manufacturer Training

Five or more years of related experience (A Class)

Three to four years of related experience (B Class)

One to two years of related experience (C Class)

Tools

Mechanical hand tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Technician - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Crestview

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The Service Technician position is divided into three categories based on skill level and experience: A Class, B Class, and C Class.

A Class 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 and who has previously worked as a B-Class general service technician.

B Class functions as an experienced technician who is able to perform diagnoses and repairs of most vehicle components with little supervision required, and who has previously worked as a C-Class general service technician.

C Class performs most tasks assigned with some supervision required. Requires average mechanical knowledge.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards with limited or no supervision.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensures customer vehicles are kept clean and returned in the same condition that they were brought in.
• Other tasks as assigned.

A Class Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnoses the cause of any malfunction and performs repair.
• Supervises work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.

B Class Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnoses the cause of most malfunctions and performs repair.
• Supervises work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.

C Class Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnoses vehicle problems based on customer complaints and inspection.
• Installs optional equipment specified by the customer or dealer.

Standard Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to be on time and work the entirety of your scheduled shift.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks within their workstation.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools and use diagnostic equipment.
• Must be able to operate equipment such as oil and grease guns, transmission machines, air conditioner service machines, radiator service machines, hand tools, and shop equipment.
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, bend, twist, and raise arms overhead as needed.

A Class Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
• Moderate computer and internet literacy.
• Complete knowledge and experience in diagnostics and repair of brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, and drive axles.
• Possession of a complete set of mechanical hand tools, including metric sizes.

B Class Required Skills/Abilities

• Moderate computer and internet literacy.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience in diagnostics and repair of brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, and drive axles.
• Possession of mechanical hand tools, including metric sizes.

C Class Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic computer and internet literacy.
• Basic knowledge and some experience in diagnostics and repair of brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, and drive axles, and working with shop lift and equipment.
• Possession of some mechanical hand tools, including metric sizes.

Standard Education And Experience

• Experience with Electric and Hybrid vehicles is a plus!
• Must pass background check, drug screening, and Motor Vehicle Report.
• ASE Certifications (for C Class, willing to acquire if not already possessed).
• Manufacturer Training (for C Class, willing to acquire if not already possessed).
• Additional certifications as applicable.

A Class Education And Experience

• Five or more years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent education/experience.

B Class Education And Experience

• Three to four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent education/experience.

C Class Education And Experience

• One to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent education/experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance.
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Free Employee Assistance Program, and 100% PAID Tuition with Strayer University for degrees.
• 401(k) with Company Matching after 6 months.
• Paid Time Off from Day 1, with use after 90 days, and two weeks paid first year.
• Five Paid Holidays: 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's.
• Major discounts on theme park tickets, shopping, travel, and more.

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