What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Service Technician 3 position at Blain's Farm & Fleet?
At Blain's Farm & Fleet, we believe everyone deserves a job they love, in a great environment, with opportunities to grow their career and enjoy a positive work-life balance.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefit package designed to support you and your life. As a family-owned retailer, we take pride in providing benefits that make us one of the Forbes Best Employers for six consecutive years:
- Full-time associates become eligible for medical, prescription, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, ancillary benefits, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more after 91 days of employment.
- All major holidays and birthdays off.
- Advanced leadership training programs to help you grow your career.
- Associate discounts on name-brand products like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt, and much more.
- Internal recognition programs promoting an engaged workplace.
- Profit sharing.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid ASE testing and certifications.
Compensation
We offer competitive compensation, including:
- Saturday and Sunday weekend premium pay at $2.50 per hour.
- Base pay up to $21.25 per hour with annual performance-based merit raises.
Please note that actual salary may vary based on experience. We consider minimum requirements, position location, required travel, and external market conditions when determining final salary. Please refer to our position description for accurate pay range information.
Job Duties
As a Service Center Automotive Technician, you will perform a wide range of services and duties in our Automotive Service Center. This may include:
- Excellent customer service.
- Repair and install tires.
- Balance wheels.
- Install batteries, headlamps, and other basic automotive parts.
- Perform oil changes.
- Brake system repair.
- Repair starting and charging systems.
- Steering and suspension repair.
- Shock/strut installation.
- Alignments.
- Installation of trailer hitches and wiring.
- Other duties as assigned with progressive on-the-job training.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Hold a valid driver's license.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Be able to work evenings and at least every other weekend.
- Pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks.
- Be able to read and speak English effectively.
- Communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have prior auto repair experience (preferred).
- Have prior retail experience (preferred).
- *Michigan Stores Only*: Hold ASE A4 and A6 Certifications for Tech Level II or ASE A3, A4, A5, and A6 Certifications for Tech Level III, or equivalent Michigan certifications.
EEO Statement
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, recognizing the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status.
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