General Service Technician

About the Role

TGK Automotive Specialists have been serving our clients with honesty and integrity since 2007. We maintain the highest level of repair and service at a fair price and are devoted to client satisfaction. We have immediate openings for General Service Technicians. The General Service Technician is responsible for conducting non-technical automotive service repairs such as oil changes, tire and wheel-related services as well as driving customers, picking up parts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the shop as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation up to $25 per hour, depending on experience
• Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, and 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Ability to work a minimum of five days per week, including weekends
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Previous automotive experience preferred, but we will consider energetic and hard-working individuals with a passion for cars
• Candidates must have a high level of motivation and be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation
• Performs oil changes and other basic services
• Utilizes the company's Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition
• Maintains cleanliness of the shop to include the service area, tire racks, showroom and outside the building to maintain a clean and inviting appearance
• Requires driving vehicles in a safe and courteous manner obeying all traffic laws
• Includes transporting customers, picking up parts, supplies, tires, etc. from vendors and/or the corporate office using the company vehicle
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections (in applicable locations) on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to direct supervisor
• Adheres to Sun Auto's core values, and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Sun Auto Tire & Service Employee Handbook

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• The General Service 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 temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside
• The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions
• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to 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, lift and/or move 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