Mid Level Automotive Technician - Mount Prospect, IL

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

Pay

The pay range for this position is $18–$22/hr; base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Tire discounts
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid vacations

About the role

As a Mid Level Automotive Technician at Just Tires, you will gain hands-on experience in one of our centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues while delivering outstanding service. You will become familiar with brakes, alignments, and continually learn in the rapidly changing automotive industry. We invest in your success and offer fast-track career advancement opportunities for hard-working team players who deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Perform line technician services, routine inspections/maintenance, system diagnostics, and problem-solving, including brake repairs, fluid exchanges/flushes, preventative maintenance, wheel alignments, and tire installation
• Demonstrate excellent guest service, providing clear communication and feedback about guest vehicles
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior automotive technicians
• Document all work performed on the repair order
• Report any safety issues immediately to management
• Promote teamwork to deliver timely 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, which may include light and heavy lifting (e.g., consumer tires and wheels), standing, bending, and squatting

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of automotive experience including brake repairs, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

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

Skills

• Strong work ethic and independently motivated to produce results with limited supervision
• Diligence, responsibility, dependability, conscientiousness, communication, and teamwork
• Commitment to learning new technologies in the rapidly changing automotive industry
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines