Automotive Technician / Mechanic - BMW Entry Level

ZipRecruiter; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive company is seeking Tire Technicians and Shop Assistants to enhance their service team. Successful candidates will perform a variety of tasks including tire inspection, installation, and repair while committing to exceptional customer service. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and numerous benefits designed to support employee well-being and growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401K plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High volume tire mounting experience required.
• Professional personal appearance expected.
• Experience in handling shop tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess tire conditions and recommend repairs.
• Repair punctures, install new tires, and conduct roadside repairs.
• Assist Shop management and ensure compliance with service standards.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Manual dexterity

Working knowledge of shop equipment

Education

Clean & valid New York State Driver’s License

NYS Inspectors license

Tools

Hunter machines

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Rallye Motor Company, Long Island's premiere luxury automotive group, has an immediate opportunity for a Tire Technicians and Shop Assistants with Rallye BMW! Seeking reliable and motivated individuals with automotive experience, looking to join a team whose values are based on teamwork and delivering the highest caliber of customer service!

Tire Technician Responsibilities:

• Inspect and assess tire tread levels, wear patterns, valve quality, and overall health.
• Recommend appropriate repair treatment or replacement of tires.
• Repair punctures and replace faulty valves.
• Install new tires.
• Balance tires and complete wheel alignment procedures.
• Conduct roadside repairs.
• Examine vehicles to identify necessary repair or maintenance items that may not be included on the repair order, and communicate to the Service Advisor.
• Notify Service Advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined on the repair order is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed by the time promised.
• Clearly and accurately document all work performed; ensure accurate time stamps for warranty, internal, and customer pay work.
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to the inspection technician as appropriate.
• Only perform work that is authorized by the customer or by the warranty.
• Work and enter third party tire claims through various electronic applications.

Shop Assistant / QC Tech Responsibilities:

• Examine and test-drive all vehicles to ensure that the cause of vehicle malfunctions and recommend/ perform repairs are completed. Communicate all discrepancies to the Service Manager.
• Road test vehicles as required or refer to the inspection technician as appropriate.
• Inspecting all work as described on the repair order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Charge all vehicle batteries.
• Move Vehicles in and around the shop.
• Assist in towing in all non-running vehicles using shop supplied equipment.
• Shop organization including equipment, tools, supplies, and parts.
• Communicate discrepancies to service advisors/service managers.

The Rallye Motor Company is committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse workforce that supports our culture of customer service and automotive excellence. We strive to provide the Rallye team members with a variety of career opportunities that promote personal growth & learning, work-life balance, and equality. Our superior benefits and focus on employee growth and development along with the high earning potential are just a few reasons you will want to consider joining Rallye!

PAY: $17 hourly to $20 hourly based on experience

Requirements

• A clean & valid New York State Driver’s License
• Basic mechanical skills, manual dexterity.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment
• NYS Inspectors license strongly
• Experience with Hunter machines.
• High volume tire mounting experience.
• Professional personal appearance.

Benefits

• Great benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage for employee & family!
• Company paid life insurance and optional additional coverage.
• Voluntary short term and long term available.
• Paid vacation/sick time!
• Paid holidays!
• Additional voluntary benefits including Aflac and LegalShield!
• 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.

COVID-19 precautions

• Remote interview process.
• Personal protective equipment provided & required.
• Social distancing guidelines in place.
• Virtual meetings.
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, & cleaning procedures in place.