Automotive Technician I

Why Join Our Team?

At Master's, we are in the business of moving people forward, not only in vehicles but also in their careers. We are a fast-growing, innovative transportation company seeking individuals who align with our company values of pursuing excellence, operating with high integrity, having a positive attitude, and being solutions oriented. In our recently expanded headquarters in Kansas City, our employees conduct their work in a 40-acre, state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility. We take pride in how we conduct business, and our leadership team values and supports employee growth and advancement, fostering a positive work environment maximized on success.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Leave and 12 Paid Holidays
• Competitive health insurance, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and short/long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Discounts on travel, entertainment and more

Classification

Non-Exempt/Hourly

Position Type

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm or 10am-7pm

Work Location

Headquarters, Kansas City, MO

Job Summary

The Automotive Technician will have a strong background in automotive service and repair, with an emphasis working on diesel vehicles and familiarity with buses. The Automotive Technician plays a crucial role in diagnosing and fixing vehicle issues, completing routine maintenance services and ensuring that all repairs meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

Essential Functions

• Identify mechanical problems, often by using computerized diagnostic equipment
• Test parts and systems to ensure that they are working properly
• Follow checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined
• Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, giving tune-ups, checking fluid levels, and rotating tires
• Repair or replace worn parts, such as brake pads and wheel bearings
• Disassemble and reassemble parts
• Use testing equipment to ensure that repairs and maintenance are effective
• Perform road test upon completion of repairs

Competencies

• Innovation
• Sense of Urgency
• Problem-Solving
• Technical skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional service center environment. This role routinely uses standard equipment. Physical Demands: May work indoors or outdoors, but more commonly work indoors. Are often exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment that result in cuts, bruises, or minor burns. Work inside enclosed vehicles, such as buses and vans. Often working in cramped workspaces underneath vehicles requires getting into awkward positions. Regularly wear protective gear, such as goggles or earplugs. Exposed to contaminants, such as antifreeze and chemical degreasers, daily. Exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable daily. Exposed to inadequate lighting conditions. May sometimes work in cold or hot temperatures, depending on the work locale. May work near others, such as when sharing the same space in a garage. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Required Education/Experience/Certifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 1-5 years of automotive mechanic job experience

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications

• CDL preferred or obtainable within 6 months

Travel Requirements

None