Domestic Experienced Automotive Technician at Chevrolet Arrowhead
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.
So what do you say? Are you ready to be part of something big?
This compensation range for this position is $23.00 to $47.00 per flat rate hour which is a combination of hourly and bonus pay.
Are you ready to transform your job into a thriving automotive career with the largest and most recognized auto retail group in the US? With over 250 locations coast to coast, at AutoNation we don't just offer employment; we craft personalized career 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!
Join our team of passionate automotive service technicians at Chevrolet Arrowhead in Peoria, where your skills are not only valued, but also cultivated for long-term growth and success. We offer an Air Conditioned and modern, state-of-the-art facility with tenured service technicians and advisors in our busy shop! Here's why AutoNation is the ultimate destination for automotive professionals:
- Paid Training Opportunities: Elevate your expertise with paid OEM training, unlocking new levels of success and earning potential on our technician wage grid.
- Longevity and Productivity Bonus and Incentives
- 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 across sales, service, management, and corporate
- Benefits on Day One: 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.
- Generous Employee/Technicians Referral Programs (based on position)
- Employee Discounts on purchases, parts, and service
Position Overview
At AutoNation, getting customers back on the road is what drives us. We’re looking for an Auto Technician or Auto Mechanic to join our team, and we’re interested in talking to candidates at an experienced level. As an Auto Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Your attention to detail 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 Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers.
Who Would I Interact With?
This position interacts daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers, just to name a few.
What are the day-to-day responsibilities?
- Stay current in the latest diagnostic methods and service techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
- Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards
- Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work
- Participate in service technician training programs
- Become familiar with latest bulletins, service manuals and other service publications
- Participate in all in-dealership service training activities
- Attend manufacture sponsored service trainings
- Record cause of failure and a description of work done accurately and clearly on all repair orders
- Communicate regularly with service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm repair order information and diagnostic information
- Request parts from the parts department as necessary
- Communicate regularly with the service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm diagnosis, status of repair, road test results and completion of work
- Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals
What are the requirements for this job?
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
- General mechanical skills
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
- Manual dexterity, good judgment and ability to operate power and hand tools and other types of machinery safely
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Knowledge of all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance
- Graduate of mechanical vocational trade school or equivalent experience
- Ability to operate an automobile
- Must have technical aptitude displayed by ASE certification or successful completion of pre-employment test Technical or trade school degree preferred
Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:
Competitive compensation and 401k matching
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits
Exclusive RX Pet program offering discounts on medications
Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide
AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.
