Volkswagen Certified Technician

Schumacher Automotive Group; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local automotive dealership is seeking an experienced Volkswagen/Audi Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair vehicle components with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a general service technician and must have VW and/or AUDI training. Key responsibilities include performing accurate repairs, maintaining communication with the parts department, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role is essential for delivering high-quality service to customers.

Qualifications

• MUST have VW and/or AUDI Training and Experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with accuracy.
• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs repairs.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain parts.
• Documents all work performed and recommended.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean.

Skills

Automotive diagnostic skills

Efficient repair techniques

Communication skills

Supervision of apprentices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Automotive Trade School

Job description

Description

The Volkswagen/Audi Automotive Technician functions as an experienced technician who can perform diagnoses and repairs of most vehicle components with little supervision required, and who has previously worked as a general service technician.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnoses cause of most malfunctions and performs repair.
• 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.
• Supervises work of any apprentice technicians, if assigned.
• 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.

Education And Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required - Automotive Trade School is a Plus
• MUST have VW and or AUDI Training and Experience
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record