What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retrofit Technician position at Penske Vehicle Services?
About Us:
Penske Vehicle Services is the largest fleet solutions provider for automotive original equipment manufacturers. Operating from locations across the United States and Canada, Penske Vehicle Services effectively manages and delivers the right solution for a broad spectrum of needs including vehicle management, fleet analysis, fleet tracking, process design, fleet maintenance, vehicle customization, and vehicle event services.
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Schedule: 6am - 2:30pm (M-F)
Job Description:
As an Automotive Technician, this individual is tasked with performing part updates and rework on new and gently used vehicles to ensure the vehicle has the production parts as well as the current software package. The work varies from heavy repairs to light repair, and frequently includes software flashing. Additionally, this position will require tearing down and fitting body and trim panels for paint and building up of fresh painted vehicles. The Automotive Technician is also tasked with maintaining proper documentation and process while following procedures.
Essential Job Functions:
- Read service procedures as written by the OEM service engineers
- Access and utilize OEM systems for software flashing, labor guides, service procedures
- Evaluate repairs and diagnose issues when repairing a vehicle
- Possess complete variety of automotive tools and some specialty tools
- Eye for inspecting incoming and outgoing vehicles
- Test drive skills and functionality vehicle tests
- Ability to document any additional issues found and inform the Team Leader/Manager in a timely manner
- Interact and communicate effectively and professionally with client team
- Ability to work independently and off-site with minimal resources in a variety of conditions
- Maintain a clean workstation and work environment
Qualifications:
- Valid drivers license
- Must be a high energy individual with a strong work ethic and desire to succeed
- Basic skills with computer operation and applications
- ASE and State Certifications are a plus
Requires the Following Skills:
- Must be able to multi-task while ensuring follow up and execution of required tasks
- High degree of organization and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Oral and written communication skills, must be able to communicate effectively via telephone, email and written means
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
Lifting Requirements:
- 10 50 lbs.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires moderate to high level of physical activity
