Automotive Service Technician

About the role

Stew Hansen Southtown, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, seeks an experienced Automotive Service Technician (Mechanic) who aligns with their core values of respect, integrity, growth, humility, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient and expert work on repair orders, in accordance with dealership, state, and factory standards.
• Maintain knowledge of all factory-technical bulletins.
• Address customers' primary concerns with diagnosis, repair, and quality control to attain 'Fixed First Visit' expectations.
• Perform the KG Electronic Multi Point Inspection on every vehicle; immediately notify Service Advisor if the car has more problems than expected, fewer problems than expected, or if problems will take longer than anticipated.
• Master our Dealer Management System (Reynolds) for time keeping, work distribution, electronic inspections, repair quotes, and communication.
• Be accountable for all dealership-owned tools and maintain superior cleanliness throughout the workspace and in all customer vehicles ("leave no trace" standard).

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of automotive technician (mechanic) experience preferred.
• You are accommodating and analytical, while producing highly precise and accurate work.
• ASE or dealership manufacturer certifications describe your background.
• Your work is accurate while you are reserved, imaginative.
• You have excellent dexterity skills as well as patience, creativity, good judgment, and an eye for detail.
• You are unselfish and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work.
• You must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the U.S.
• You have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• You can read and comprehend job-related instructions and information, electronic and paper-based.
• You have a valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record, per company standards.

Qualifications

• Highly skilled in reading and understanding technical manuals and service bulletins.
• Proficient in using diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Knowledge of ASE or dealership manufacturer certifications.
• Proficiency in using dealership management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Paid training, certifications, and real career growth.
• Paid Time Off starting your first week.
• 401k with company match.
• Red Wing boot program (annual replacement of work boots).
• 1:1 Tech to PC - You'll have information at your fingertips.
• Maternity/Paternity Program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance.
• Great people with a great culture.
• Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback).
• Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!

Pay

Competitive flat rate pay, efficiency bonuses, and a variety of other incentives including a tool allowance and discounts.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate your needs and the demands of the job.