Auto General Service Technician

About the Role

The General Service Technician must have mechanical aptitude and is able to perform basic automotive services. This role involves mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections, and other less technical services while delivering an excellent customer experience. The technician is also responsible for maintaining clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn to diagnose and repair basic automotive issues including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, and electrical systems.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques through formal training to stay abreast of rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries and check starting/charging systems.
• Install headlights and other small bulbs.
• Repair flat tires.
• Install wiper blades.
• Stock and unload tires.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Clean and maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policy, procedure, safety, and environmental rules.
• Provide advice to and sell customers on automotive services and repairs that are recommended or required for their vehicle.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Valid driver's license
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude
• Passion for career as a Technician in the automotive industry
• Eager to learn and competitive drive to succeed

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Extensive standing, walking, pushing, and reaching.
• Full range of motion for reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs.
• May drive a vehicle if needed.
• Frequent lifting of heavy equipment (over 100 pounds) is required.
• May work outside and be exposed to weather.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.