Senior Automotive Service Technician

AutoNation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram South Columbus

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!

Senior Automotive Service Technician

Own an Important Lead Position with Options for Future Advancement

Join the Nation's #1 Automotive Service Provider

If you're a certified automotive service technician with strong experience and solid leadership skills, this is your opportunity to align your career with the number one automotive retailer and service provider in the nation. At AutoNation, we value our employees and provide our senior technicians some great advantages:

• Even at the senior level, you'll find opportunities to grow your career. For example, in time, you could pursue a role as a Service Manager or other service leader, Service Advisor, and more.

• Leverage the breadth of your experience and add to your skills, including paid manufacturer certifications certification reimbursement.

• With over 300 locations from coast to coast, nobody represents more manufacturers (from Ford to Chevrolet and Toyota to Mercedes-Benz) than us. We have advancement and transfer opportunities nationwide.

• We promote a collaborative inclusive and welcoming environment where each individual feels valued, respected and heard. You'll play an important role in our community and culture.

• 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 role of Senior Automotive Service Technician, you will have:

• Five (5) years or more experience as a manufacturer certified dealership technician

• Successful completion of all manufacturers required repair and maintenance training coursework

• Solid mechanical skills, manual dexterity, and the ability to operate power and hand tools, and other types of machinery

• Knowledge of the automotive repair life cycle

• Attention to detail; 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 Senior Technician, you will perform vehicle repairs and maintenance as assigned and in accordance with dealer and factory standards. You will build productive relationships with the internal team and build Customer loyalty by developing trust and ensuring confidence in AutoNation through the service you provide and the resulting vehicle safety and reliability.

Daily, you may interact with customers, service advisors, other technicians, parts associates, cashiers, sales associates, and managers, and perform duties including:

• Vehicle repairs and/or maintenance work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards

• Communicating with Parts Department and Service Advisors regularly to effectively manage production and Customer communication

• Diagnosing the cause of any malfunction and performing repairs, if authorized by the Customer

• Conducting multi-point inspections and making 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.

DRIVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD - APPLY TODAY

Company Overview

AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation. As one of America's most admired companies, AutoNation delivers a peerless Customer experience recognized by data-driven consumer insight leaders, Reputation and J.D. Power. Through its bold leadership and brand affinity, the AutoNation Brand is synonymous with "DRVPNK" and "What Drives You, Drives Us." AutoNation has a singular focus on personalized transportation services that are easy, transparent, and Customer-centric.

Benefits

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Join us as we pave the way to moving our company, our communities and our industry forward. Apply today at a location near you or wherever you dream the road will take you.

AutoNation is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.