Service Technician

Responsibilities

• Effectively and accurately perform quality repair work in accordance with dealership's and factory standards.
• Checks all fluids and maintenance-related parts and tops-off or replaces fluids or filters/parts as required.
• Performs routine service inspections or tests and completes standard maintenance jobs.
• Road-tests vehicle to ensure quality repair work was completed.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicles while performing service or repairs.
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Follows all shop policy, procedure, safety, and environmental rules.
• Helps maintain shop appearance and safety standards and ensures the shop runs in an efficient manner by performing duties such as inventory stocking and other general functions.
• Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required.
• Complete system diagnostics and full automotive troubleshooting and testing.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop area.
• Communicate directly with service advisors regarding the status of the service work as well as the estimated time for completion so that customers can be informed.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay informed with rapidly changing automotive technology.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience preferred (dealership experience preferred).
• A level Hundai or Kia experience preferred.
• Able to replace and tear down engines.
• Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles.
• National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification (s) or certification (s) in different specialized areas such as: brakes, electrical/electronic systems or engine performance preferred.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff.
• Safety and customer service oriented.
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed.
• Professional appearance and work ethic.
• Self-motivated with solid work habits.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.