Service Technician - Chevrolet GMC

The Sewell Family of Companies is seeking a technician that repairs manual and automatic transmissions in automobiles within dealership and manufacture quality and time standards. Requires manufacturer product- specific training.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Performs transmission repair as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory time allowances and standards.
• Diagnoses cause of malfunction
• Removes and disassembles transmission unit and performs repair
• Examines vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required
• Advises service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed or if repairs cannot be made.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts
• Saves and tags parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer
• Installs repaired transmission, replaces fluids and makes appropriate adjustments
• Road tests vehicle when required or refers to test technician
• Documents work performed and recommended on the repair order
• Attends manufacturer sponsored training classes
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins
• Supervises work of any apprentice technician
• 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 & clean
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when 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.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management
• Other task as assigned

Education, Experience & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications Preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos 
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

Qualifications:

In order to be successful in this position, the individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily, have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, complete a drug screening, background screening, and provide all government I-9 requirements. A combination of education, experience, and training is always considered.

About Our Dealership:

Sewell strives to be a place where people Love to work and Love to do business. At Sewell, we recognize the value of continuous growth. We believe every member of our team has unique talent and we are committed to helping them reach their full potential. If you're looking for a team that can help you reach new heights, complete the application!