Lead Automotive Mechanic-Starting At 26.50 Per Hour

Starkey Inc.

Lead Automotive Mechanic

Starting Wage: $55K per year/$26.50 per hr (Pending experience and certifications)

Hiring Bonus: $2500!!

Newly built and organized shop!

What we offer you...

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending and Dependent Care

• Flexible and stable work schedule, 5 days per week.

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Trainings

• EMPAC (Our employee assistance program that provides confidential support for mental health and well-being solutions)

• Inclusive work environment

• Internal promotions

• $ Paid Referral Bonuses $

• Discounted YMCA Memberships

• Training for professional development

Summary of Position for Lead Automotive Technician:

The lead mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Starkey Inc. fleet. The lead mechanic is also responsible for training the vehicle maintenance technician. The duties include diagnosing and evaluating vehicles, setting the general and preventative maintenance schedule, maintain and repair the fleet vehicles and transportation equipment, including oil changes, A/C service, brake service, engine and electrical service for all vehicles. The mechanic will also be responsible for repair on specialty vehicle equipment including wheelchair lifts on paratransit buses.

Essential responsibilities of Lead Automotive Technician:

• Diagnose and repair company vehicles to ensure employees and persons served can drive away feeling safe and comfortable.

• Work as part of a team to solve technical problems quickly and effectively.

• Work on a wide range of vehicles from minivans to paratransit buses, and wheelchair lifts.

• Represent the organization professionally at all times and promote a high standard of safety in the transportation department.

Qualifications for Lead Automotive Technician:

• High School degree or equivalent required.

• Valid Driver's license with CDL or willing to obtain CDL.

• 5 years of experience working on vehicles, preferably mid-sized fleet vehicles.

• Experience with DOT vehicles and inspections.

• Experience managing a shop and other mechanics, preferred.

• Must have experience with automotive electrical and hydraulic systems.

• ASE certifications required in one or more of the following areas:

• Brakes

• Heating and Air Conditioning

• Suspension and steering

• Automatic Transmission and Transaxle

• Engine Performance

• Engine Repair

This is not a complete job description. A complete job description is available upon request.

EOE

Starkey is an affiliate provider of the Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization, licensed by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, has programs accredited by CARF International, and is a member of InterHab, ANCOR and the Nonprofit Chamber of Service.