Automotive General Service Technician
Sun Auto Tire & Service is a leading provider of quality aftermarket automotive repair, maintenance, and tire services with over 500 retail locations throughout the United States.
About the role
As a General Service Technician, you will perform non-technical service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services, alignments, and flushes. While working alongside ASE Certified Automotive Technicians, you will receive training to advance your career. This role is ideal if you are interested in becoming a certified ASE Automotive Technician.
Responsibilities
- Safely transport customers to and from their place of residence or business using the company vehicle.
- Pick up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle.
- Operate company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner, obeying all traffic laws.
- Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.
- Perform tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance, and tire rotation.
- Perform oil changes and other basic services at the direction of the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
- Observe general vehicle condition and report any obvious needed repairs or safety concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
- Utilize the company’s Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document vehicle condition.
- Maintain cleanliness of the shop, including the service area, tire racks, showroom, and outside the building.
- Follow all safety procedures and report any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
Requirements
- Possess a current and valid driver's license.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to work Monday - Saturday.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The General Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The work environment temperature varies and could include extreme heat and/or cold depending on ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required.
- Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and walk to access various areas of the building.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle, or finger objects frequently.
- Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 70 pounds frequently.
- Communicate with customers and shop personnel.
- Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay
$13–$18/hour depending on experience.
Benefits
- Competitive bi-weekly pay.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 6 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
- Discounted services on personal and immediate family vehicles.
- Opportunity for advancement.