Used Car Technician

Mercedes--benz-Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz of Portland is seeking a Used Car Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles in our Portland service department. You will perform work with efficiency and accuracy, road-test vehicles, and document procedures and results. Maintain tools, shop space, and safety standards daily.

We offer manufacturer training, ASE certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years automotive repair experience.
• ASE certifications: minimum 1; Master Technician preferred.
• Valid driver's license in resident state.
• Ability to pass manufacturer training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles per repair order.
• Road-test vehicles to verify quality of repair work.
• Record time spent on repairs using time clock procedures.
• Document work performed on repair orders and test procedures/results.
• Maintain organized workspace and inventory of normal tools.
• Return special tools to proper place and manage shop supplies economically.
• Ensure customers' vehicles are clean before delivery.
• Complete required training and certifications.

Skills

ASE Certifications

Driver's License

Auto Repair Experience

Master Technician

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:L0223 Mercedes-Benz of PortlandMercedes-Benz of PortlandHiring: Used Car Technician!Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 Depending on ExperienceSchedule: Monday - FridayWhat You'll DoPerform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Lithia and manufacturer standards.Diagnose cause of malfunction.Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements.Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.Accurately record time spent on repairs utilizing company time clocking procedures.Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.Responsible for providing and maintaining an inventory of normal mechanics tools to include screwdrivers, wrenches, socket wrenches, pliers, hammers, chisels and punches, and other tools needed to perform the work for which the technician is trained and not normally inventoried by the service department as \"special tools\".Return special tools to proper place.Use shop supplies and materials in a practical and economical manner.Maintain an organized and clean workspace, completing a stall cleaning every day.Ensure that customer's vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced.Complete all required training.Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary and required training.Participate in and utilize technical training as assigned by management.Review the technical bulletins and other publications as assigned by management.Constructively communicate with other dealership personnel as required to satisfy customer needs.Report to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its personnel, or customers.Maintain personal grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards according to departmental policies. Clean gray work shirts, creased gray work trousers, shirts to be tucked in at all times. Belts worn on trousers to be of no buckle design to avoid scratching paint on customer's vehicles.Arrive at work, take breaks, and depart work at the times designated by management.What You'll BringCompetency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas:Lube and Maintenance ServicesEngine RepairSuspension/Steering RepairBrake RepairHeating and A/C Repair (Optional)Certification/Training:Manufacturer certified in all areas listed above.Minimum of 1 ASE certifications (Should be an ASE Master Technician)Customer Pay Proficiency Level: Greater than 100% Customer Pay RepairsAutomotive Technical Knowledge – 2+ years of experienceAcceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residenceTotal RewardsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comAbout UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.