Technician - Grand Junction Volkswagen

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan premiums

Award-winning training

Career advancement

Competitive benefits (Medical, Dental,

Paid time off

Paid training

Personal automotive concierge service

Job summary

Technician position at Grand Junction Volkswagen, part of Sonic Automotive, Inc. in Grand Junction, CO. The role includes repairing and maintaining vehicles per dealer and factory standards, supervising apprentices, and attending factory training.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of automotive technician experience, ASE or trade school certification, and Volkswagen or German-brand experience. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered in a wellness-forward environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of automotive technician experience.
• ASE Certification and/or trade school certification.
• Volkswagen or multi German brand experience.
• Strong work ethic and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow directions, willingness to learn, and mentor teammates.
• Respect for teammates and a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders from dispatcher and take to stall area.
• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag parts if under warranty or requested by customer.
• Examine vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notify service advisor if additional work is not needed or if repairs cannot be completed in time.
• Document work performed and road-test vehicles when required.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Diagnostics

Team supervision

Communication

German brand experience

Education

ASE Certification

Trade school certification

Job description

Technician - Grand Junction Volkswagen in Grand Junction, CO at Sonic Automotive

Location: 653 Market Street
Grand Junction, CO 81505

Job Type: Other

Experience: Mid-Senior Level

About

Grand Junction Volkswagenis one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!

Pay is $30.00 /hr

The Technician opportunity has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of $30.00

Our associates are happy to work here because:

• Available $0 Health plan premiums for Technicians based on tenure.
• We boast the lowest turnover in the industry.
• We provide award winning training (Training Magazine Top 125, and Brandon Hall Awards).
• We are committed to developing and promoting within the company and offer a career path from entry level to top level.
• Our benefits are extremely competitive with Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k with matching, and PTO.
• Paid time off and Paid Training.
• We encourage peer to peer teamwork and recognition.
• Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car.
• Personal Automotive Concierge Service.

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We're proud of what we're doing here. Come and join us!

Job Description

The Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. They also will oversee the work of any apprentice technician assigned to them.

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.

Preferred:

• At least 2-3 years of automotive technician experience (mainline/diagnostic a plus)!
• ASE Certification and/or trade school certification.
• Volkswagen (or multi) German brand experience.
• Strong work ethic and thrive in fast paced environment.
• Ability to follow directions, willingness to learn, and mentor teammates.
• Respect for teammates and positive outlook.

Required:

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Applicants must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, and a drug test.

It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative team-based approach; to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.