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)