VW Used Car Technician

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* Job Description:

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* Location:

** 2855 Auto Mall Parkway, Fairfield, CA 94533
** Department:
** Service
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* Reports To:

** Service Manager
** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt  
** Pay range:** $36 - $39 per flat rate hour Fairfield Automotive opened a brand new Volkswagen  Dealership in Fairfield. We’re driven by our values;
We are a Competitive group - We want to WIN. We are Adaptable - Willing to change if there is a better way to deliver a great experience for our guests. We demonstrate Unwavering Ethics - Do it right or fix it fast. We are Collaborative - Teamwork is key to our success. And finally, we want to demonstrate Empathy - The power of authentic connection.

At Fairfield Automotive, we believe that Work-Life Integration is more than just a catchphrase. Our dealership will be closed on Sundays because we know family time is the most important time.

Our new home is getting a new look-we think it will be the nicest Volkswagen Center in Northern California, equipped with state-of-the-art employee and guest amenities. Our organization is a place with limitless advancement opportunities...if you’re looking for a home, not just a job, we hope you will consider Volkswagen  of Fairfield.
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Offer:

*** A competitive compensation package that rewards high-performers
* Employee pricing and incentives
* 401(k) with company match
* Medical, Dental, and Prescription coverage - active on the 1st following 30 days of employment
* Company-paid Life Insurance
* Paid time off
* Closed on Sundays
* Family owned & operated

As a Reconditioning Used Car Technician with Volkswagen  of Fairfield, you will diagnose and perform maintenance work on all makes and models of vehicles, troubleshooting vehicle issues and fixing them; well-versed in complex mechanical and electrical systems of vehicles; excellent problem-solving abilities; must be a good communicator, able to explain to customers issues with their vehicle; at all times providing an exceptional customer experience.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, as assigned.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
** The successful candidate will do the following:
*** Punctual and regular attendance.
* Inspect vehicle engines and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
* Service vehicles in a timely manner for routinely scheduled maintenance in accordance with dealer and manufacturer recommendations; aiming to extend vehicle functionality and longevity.
* Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues.
* High sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities
* Enjoy problem-solving and are passionate about staying educated and learning new technology
* Communicate all repair order issues and estimated repair times via ASR to keep all pertinent parties up to date on vehicle repairs.
* Inform the Shop Foreman of difficulties with repairs and the need for additional repairs.
* Comebacks: limit comebacks to less than two percent as defined by the shop foreman.
* Self-development: attend training seminars, shop meetings, and service schools.
* Smog License, additional compensation provided
* Customer Relations: attentive to customer needs and responsive to customer inquiries where appropriate.
* Team Effort: demonstrate a concern for meeting team/departmental needs through activities such as accepting overtime, following up on needed parts, helping other technicians, and training apprentices.
* Productivity: achieve an average productivity rate as defined by the shop foreman.
* Efficiency: maintain a minimum efficiency rate as defined by the shop foreman.
* Practice safe work habits, follow the company’s safety policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
* Provide complete stories in DMS on all jobs.
* complete a complimentary multi point inspection and video on every vehicle
* Perform other duties as may be assigned by management.
** Required Skills and…