What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Service Technician position at Tom Kadlec Kia?
Tom Kadlec Kia is seeking a Service Technician (all skill levels) to join our team. Are you passionate about helping customers and motivated to grow your skills? Apply today! The pay range is $40,000-$150,000/year!
BENEFITS
- High earning potential with performance-based compensation
- Aggressive & Rewarding Compensation Package
- No weekends!
- World-class training and professional development
- Continuous education and certification training
- Growth opportunities for career advancement
- Fully vested traditional and/or Roth IRA 401(k) with a company match
- Paid time off (PTO) such as sick days and vacation days
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 24/7 employee assistance programs (up to 10 sessions per year)
- Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
- Employee vehicle purchase plans
- Discounts on products and services
- Busy shop with a very strong used vehicle department!
RESPONSIBILITES
- Document and perform work as outlined on repair order following all dealership and factory standards.
- Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil; replace oil and air filters.
- Inspect vehicle fluid levels and replace or replenish as necessary.
- Check tire pressure and add air if needed.
- Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
- Keep shop area neat and clean.
- Maintain accountability for all dealership-owned tools and manuals.
- Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership.
- Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
- Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are well-informed of any additional services needed.
- Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.
- Executing repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.
REQUIREMENTS
- Genuine desire to serve
- Entry-level qualifications, including Diagnostic, Electrical and Engine Repair preferred
- Willingness to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong physical dexterity for working with tools
- Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
- Excellent customer service skills, positive, friendly attitude
- Strong communication skills, collaborates well with others
- Punctual and reliable Eagerness to improve
- Basic computer skills
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver's license and clean driving history
Tom Kadlec Kia is a rapidly-expanding auto dealer with excellent opportunities for career growth. Our goal is to provide exceptional service that: Customers recommend to family and friends, that encourages honesty and integrity, that employees are proud of and that people will seek their lifetime for all automobile solutions. For these reasons, we are dedicated to finding people who are passionate, motivated and ambitious to join our team.
Salary : $40,000 - $150,000
