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Automotive Electrical Technician

Smart Start, Inc. · Midlothian, VA · 2 days ago
On-siteManufacturingFull-time

About the Role

The Service Technician plays a critical role in supporting public safety and compliance by ensuring the reliable operation of alcohol monitoring and vehicle electronic systems. This position blends technical expertise with customer service, requiring a hands-on professional who can navigate both the automotive and electrical aspects of vehicle-based technology.

Responsibilities

  • Install, service, troubleshoot, and remove alcohol monitoring and vehicle electronic devices
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment
  • Conduct customer training sessions and provide phone support to ensure satisfaction
  • Make daily or weekly reminder calls to customers with upcoming appointments
  • Perform monthly inventory audits and assist nearby facilities as needed
  • Manage weekly work hours (≤ 40 hours/week) and communicate effectively with management
  • Uphold confidentiality, data security, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Perform additional duties as assigned, including vehicle-to-vehicle transfers

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Electrical & Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in 12-volt DC systems, such as GPS systems, remote starts, stereo, and backup camera installations
  • Skilled in wiring, connectors, and programming electronic devices and vehicle equipment utilizing diagnostics, multimeter testing, and circuit analysis
  • Experienced in servicing components such as head units, logger boxes, cameras, modems, and curly cords

Mechanical Aptitude:

  • Knowledgeable in Ignition, Starter, and Body Control Module (BCM) systems
  • Hands-on experience with vehicle dashboards and interior panels, including removal and restoration to factory condition
  • Capable of secure device mounting, ensuring concealment and clearance from moving parts

Operational & Customer Service:

  • At least 1 year of experience in a customer-facing role, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and effective problem-solving
  • Ability to provide phone support, conduct training sessions, and ensure client satisfaction
  • Able to download log files, perform calibration updates, and deprogram devices
  • Strong communication skills with a focus on client satisfaction and technical support
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain shop cleanliness, perform vehicle-to-vehicle transfers, and support regional operations

Personal Attributes:

  • Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Committed to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with all regulations

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required depending on location
  • Ability to pass background checks and drug screening as applicable

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Regularly required to talk or hear
  • Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
  • Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)-retirement plan with generous company match
  • Birthday & Anniversary bonus
  • Company-wide discounts
  • Life insurance
  • Telemedicine access
  • Short & long-term disability
  • Positive work environments offering work/life balance and professional growth
  • Mission-driven work making a global impact with local roots
  • Opportunity for hands-on work experience with industry leading, innovative technology

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (On-site)

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