What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Technician Apprentice position at Willis Automotive?
Willis Automotive is a family and locally owned automotive group located in Des Moines, IA. We carry INFINITI, Cadillac, Lexus, MINI Cooper, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Chevrolet, and Nissan. Our growing company also includes Collision, Detail, and Reconditioning teams. At Willis Automotive, we adhere to our six core values to maintain a tradition of automotive excellence and service leadership for all of our guests!
Willis Automotive Offers:
- A great benefits package, available the first month following 30 days of employment, which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances
- 401k with company match
- Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
- Employee discounts at all locations
- Paid training and development on and off-site
- Employee appreciation: employee of the month, food trucks, community involvement, discounted event tickets, and more!
Primary Function:
Under the direct supervision of the Service Manager, this position is responsible for general preventative maintenance on customer and fleet vehicles. Performs all duties within the objectives, standards and policies of Willis Automotive.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, performing tune-ups, checking fluid levels and rotating tires; replace or repair worn parts, including brake pads and wheel bearings using common hand tools.
- Disassemble and reassemble parts
- Complete all associated records and reports timely and accurately
What we need from you:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; postsecondary training program preferred
- ASE certification preferred
- Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured
- Working knowledge of proper use of hand tools
- Intermediate customer-service skills
- Ability to demonstrate above-average mechanical and troubleshooting skills
