Auto Technician / Mechanic at CarMax
Visalia, CA
About the Job
6064 - Visalia - 9605 W. Hillsdale Avenue, Visalia, California, 93291
CarMax, the way your career should be!
Under general supervision, performs mechanical and cosmeticrepairs on customer and internal CarMax vehicles in accordance with all standards described in the CarMax Certified Quality Inspection Process and the Retail RepairProcess.Additionally, performs allcustomercontact functions during repairs asdefined by CarMax Voiceof Customerprocesses, orders and maintains parts and supply inventories and properly uses and maintains all CarMax Tools andEquipment to support the store operations.
Principle Duties andResponsibilities:- Execute CarMax Standardized work
- Engine Repair
- Advance engine performance and drivability
- Electrical systems repair
- Manual drivetrain and axlerepair
- Brake diagnosis and repair
- Steering andsuspension repairs including 4-wheel alignments
- Heating and air conditioning repair
- Inspect vehicles per CarMax Quality Standards when needed.
- Maintain workplacecleanliness and organization in accordance with CarMax 5S standards
- Maintain, repair, and clean shop equipment
- Interact with all customers in a friendly, service oriented manner
- Consult with servicecustomers regarding neededrepairs
- Reviewrepair orders for work performed and accuracy of all labor, parts and sublet documentation for billing
- Close and invoice repair orders
- Explain all recommendations/repairs/service/maintenance performed to ensure customerunderstanding
- Collect service payments and managescash including receiving and counting money
- Locate and receive shipments of parts
- Receive parts into inventory
- Maintain theparts inventory for neatness, accuracy (cycle counts), and correct stocking levels
- Control service supplies to minimize waste
- Provide general support to store operations to maintain vehicle inventoryand meet quality standards
- Support salesby helping to assess vehicle conditionduring the condition assessment process, prepping sold vehicles for delivery, and receiving and processing vehicles beingtransferred into or out of inventory
- Set up and coordinate handling of vehicles with on lot and off lot sublet vendorswhen the needed work cannot be performed in house
Work requires ability to:
- New Associate Orientation Training Operations
- Kronos Training for HourlyAssociates
- Refrigerant Recycling License
- Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes(A5),Heating AirConditioning (A7), Electrical (A6),Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3) , and Engine Performance (A8)
- Read, interpret and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records
- Required to perform multiple duties in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
- Lift objects that weigh as much as50 pounds
- Speak and listen to customers/associates, both in person and over the phone
- Demonstrateattention to detail and have manual dexterity in both armsand hands
- Monitorshop compliance withCarMax, O.S.H.A., and EPA standards
- Demonstrateexceptional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
- Demonstrateexceptional telephone etiquette and active listeningskills
- Combination of both office and outdoorenvironment; may include working at times in noisy and/or inclementweather conditions.
- May requirewalking orstanding for an extended period of time.
- Flexible work hours with shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- WearCarMax clothing (acquired through company) at all times working in the store.
- Follow allCarMax, O.S.H.A., and EPA standards including the useof Personal Protective Equipment, and properwaste disposal in requiredareas.
- Adhere to all CarMax policies including Attendance,Asset Protection, Integrity and Uniformpolicies.
About CarMax
CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas helped us become the nations largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.
Ouramazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences.Along the way,we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and areone of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.
CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$25.30 - $38.00Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
