Used Vehicle Technician

Lithia & Driveway; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Grapevine Honda is seeking an experienced Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and service vehicles per Lithia and OEM standards. You will road-test vehicles, document procedures, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of automotive experience, a valid license, and ASE certifications (Master preferred). Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older.
• Minimum of 1 ASE certification; ASE Master Technician preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Three to five years' automotive technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders to Lithia and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and road-test vehicles after service.
• Maintain organized workspace and accurate time/parts documentation.
• Provide and maintain mechanic tools inventory and use shop supplies economically.
• Keep customers' vehicles clean and ensure quality of repair work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Excellent communication

Automotive knowledge

Customer pay proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

ASE Master Technician

Manufacturer certifications

Job description

Dealership:

L0346 Grapevine Honda

Grapevine Honda

Reliable. Motivated. Accountable.

Do these words describe you? If so, apply to our Service Technician position today! There's no better time to join us on the road to success!

We are committed to growing our company and Growing our People!

We are one of over 300 Lithia Motors dealerships nationwide. Come be a part of the Automotive Industry future with the Lithia Motors family, a Fortune 500 (#124! - 2024) company. We are growing fast! And with growth comes opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Perform 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 Bring

• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication
• Competency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas with no supervision:
• Lube and Maintenance Services
• Engine Repair
• Suspension/Steering Repair
• Brake Repair
• Heating 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 Repairs
• Automotive Technical Knowledge - Three to five years' experience
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

• Paid Holidays & PTO

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Lithia Learning Center

• Vehicle Purchase Discounts

• Wellness Programs

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.