Certified Automotive Service Technician - AutoNation Ford Arlington

Join our team of passionate automotive technicians, where your skills are not only valued but also cultivated for long-term growth. Here's why AutoNation is the ultimate destination for automotive professionals:

• Paid Training Opportunities: Elevate your expertise with paid training, unlocking new levels of success and earning potential on our technician wage grid.
• Generous PTO/Vacation Policy: Enjoy a comprehensive paid time off policy for a healthy work-life balance.
• Defined Career Paths: Experience a workplace with structured career paths, offering clear milestones and opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Options: AutoNation prioritizes your well-being with robust health insurance options for you and your loved ones.
• Drive a Strong Customer Pay Business: Join a team focused on driving a strong customer pay business where your expertise contributes to exceptional customer experiences.

Are you ready to transform your job into a thriving automotive career? With over 250 locations coast to coast, at AutoNation we don't just offer employment; we craft pathways for your success. Ready to accelerate your career? Apply now and be part of a dynamic team that's driving success on and off the road!

Certified Automotive Service Technician

Make an Impact in a Certified Position with Opportunities for Advancement

You're a manufacturer-certified service technician or mechanic with 2 or more years of vehicle repair and maintenance experience and the drive to continue learning and developing your skills. You bring strong attention to detail and take pride in delivering top-notch work on time. If that describes you, consider joining AutoNation -- the #1 automotive service provider in America. As a member of our team, you will:

• Add to your abilities as you work with other skilled technicians and enjoy paid manufacturer training and certification reimbursement. 
• Advance your career and earnings. Our manufacturer-certified technicians can step up to various levels as they become experts in specific vehicle brands and significantly increase their earnings potential. With our transparent wage grid, you'll always know what you will be making at the next step.
• Design your future. In time, you could change gears and pursue opportunities outside of the technician path (i.e., lane manager, shop foreman, service advisor, manager, etc.).
• Enjoy an inclusive and welcoming environment where each individual feels valued, respected and heard. Our employees are our most valuable asset.
• Earn competitive compensation and outstanding benefits on DAY 1, including medical and other insurances, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and much more. And with over 300 locations from coast to coast, you could enjoy life in a variety of cities.  

Referral bonuses are available that can earn you additional compensation for bringing friends and colleagues to work alongside you at AutoNation. 

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

To be a good fit for the Certified Automotive Service Technician role, you will have:

• 2+ years of experience as a manufacturer-certified dealership automotive technician 
• General mechanical skills, manual dexterity and ability to operate power and hand tools, and other types of machinery
• Knowledge of the automotive repair life cycle
• Attention to detail with organization and follow-up skills
• Your own set of tools   
• Valid in-state driver’s license, and acceptable, safe driving record
• Ability to operate a manual transmission is a plus

THE JOB

As a Certified Automotive Service Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Your attention to detail will make you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure repairs are completed on time and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers. In this role, you’ll interact daily with other team members including service advisors, other technicians, parts associates, cashiers, sales associates, and managers.

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Performing vehicle repair and/or maintenance work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards to drive Customer loyalty  
• Communicating with Parts Department and service advisors regularly to effectively manage production and Customer communication
• Diagnosing the cause of any malfunction and performing repair, if authorized by the Customer
• Conducting multi-point inspections to make appropriate recommendations to ensure the safety and reliability of Customer vehicles
• Documenting work performed on each vehicle on the repair order
• Maintaining an inventory of normal technician’s tools not normally inventoried by the Service department as “special tools” 
• Keeping abreast of factory technical bulletins and participating in factory-sponsored training classes as appropriate
• Providing an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

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