Automotive Technician

Overview

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This position is responsible for performing repair, replacement, and maintenance tasks as well as assigned tasks in the Yard.

• Able to train other associates on installs and/or repairs.
• Assess availability of units, parts, and supplies.
• Assist installers.
• Complete production and other miscellaneous reports.
• Coordinate defective parts with Parts Department.
• Drive and park cars in designated working areas, may drive cars up car ramps for preparation of accessory installation, inspection, or reparations.
• Ensure accessories are installed on designated units.
• Follow all safety guidelines and attend safety meetings.
• Inspect finished products, incoming materials, parts, and assemblies for conformance to company and customer standards.
• Log processed work into computer programs or tracking systems as required (e.g., VIPS).
• Meet or exceed established production and quality standards.
• Read instructions to ensure correct accessories are installed according to specifications.
• Repair, light vehicle, and heavy vehicle work on vehicles damaged in transit or production.
• Install various factory accessories using a variety of air, power, and hand tools.
• Train other associates on installations.
• Use various tools to perform mechanical repairs or installations on factory installs.
• Visually verify that vehicle is damage free.
• Work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities.
• Attend meetings as required and participate in facility safety efforts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area; keep tools maintained and secure.
• Notify supervisor of any workplace hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Read and understand VIN numbers, repair orders, purchase orders, purge sheets, and other documents to ensure proper baying of vehicles into load lines after installation.
• Understand company safety policies and other applicable policies.
• May be assigned other duties as needed.

• Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance.
• Ability to communicate diplomatically and interact effectively with others; work as a team.
• Ability to function under pressure and handle changing priorities.
• Ability to read and understand SDS and schematics.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to train others and to drive both standard and automatic automobiles.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

• 12th-grade reading and writing skills; computer skills; ability to follow written and verbal directions; good visual ability.
• Positively represent AWC.
• Valid ASE Certified Master Technician with coverage in Engine Repair;
  Automatic Trans/Transaxle;
  Manual Drive Train and Axles;
  Suspension and Steering;
  Brakes;
  Electrical/Electrical Systems;
  Heating & Air Conditioning;
  Engine Performance.
• Valid driver s license, good driving record, ability to drive a manual transmission.
• 2 to 4 years of experience on the job or a college degree in automotive repair.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Mitchell Book - Collision Repair