What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auto Mechanic Lead - Experience Required position at Carvana?
About Us
ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Automobile Auctions, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.
We work in a service industry and embrace a "we" versus "I" culture - help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive - and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do.
We're excited about the future! As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us! Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA!
Role and Team
Reporting to the Mechanic Shop Manager or designated manager, the Mechanic Shop Lead will be responsible for ensuring the mechanic shop work flow is efficient and ensuring quality through each stage of the mechanical repair process.
Responsibilities
- Order parts and maintain parts inventory
- Primary point of contact for mechanical vendors
- Properly complete all work order documentation and data entry into computer system
- Assist with the shop flow to ensure production goals and customer deadlines are met
- Run inventory reports for the mechanic shop
- Assist with auto repair and diagnostics
- Assist with distributing parts to designated technicians
- Provide technicians with their assigned repair orders
- May prepare estimates using estimating systems and standard industry practices
- Ensure customers receive prompt, efficient, and courteous attention
- Assist with training mechanic shop technicians
- Maintain a professional appearance, orderly work environment, and positive working relationships
- Practice and promote teamwork continuously. Set a good personal example of attitude and performance.
- Ensure a safe work environment. Assist with department safety compliance and training.
- Ensure proper follow-through on directives, bulletins, and schedules from the designated manager or other auction and corporate sources.
- Maintain and improve technical expertise through technical bulletins, trade publications and training seminars.
- Advise Management on recommendations to improve operations related functions.
- Act as a resource for other team members.
Skills and Attributes
Qualifications
ADESA Benefits and Perks
Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More!
Other Requirements
To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
Physical Working Conditions :
This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station / convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations.
Legal Stuff
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
