Mid Level Automotive Technician - Kansas City, MO

About the role

As a Mid-Level Automotive Technician, you will gain hands-on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service.
• Become familiar with brakes, alignments, and continually learn in the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• Perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Document all work performed on the repair order.
• Report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Promote teamwork to deliver times and accurate guest care during all operating hours.
• Maintain strict adherence to Company policy on vehicle care and operation.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including consumer tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Display a commitment to learning new technologies within the rapidly changing automotive industry.
• Able to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions.
• Commitment to following established safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• ASE Certification preferred.
• Previous experience diagnosing vehicles and performing road tests.
• Previous electrical, air conditioning, and primary and advanced fuel ignition experience preferred.

Skills

• How to perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, which includes providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians.
• Maintain strict adherence to Company policy on vehicle care and operation.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including consumer tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical plans, 401(k), certification reimbursement and paid vacations.
• Excellent training for technician, sales team and management positions.
• Fast track career advancement opportunities for hard working, team players who can deliver results.

Pay

Starting Pay: 18.00-22.00 base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Schedule

Shift: Must be able to work retail hours including some holidays and weekends.