AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR TECHNICIAN

Description:

Zolman's Best One Tire & Service Seeking a full-time Automotive Technician

Locally owned and operated, Zolman Tire, Inc. has serviced the automotive, light truck and commercial repair, tire and wheel needs of customers throughout the Mishawaka, IN area since 1978. Over the years we have expanded into eight retail locations in Mishawaka, IN, Granger, IN, South Bend, IN, Niles, MI, Portage, MI, and Kalamazoo, MI and four commercial fleet locations in Mishawaka, IN, South Bend, IN, Galesburg, MI, and Benton Harbor, MI.

We are seeking qualified mechanics for our Portage, Michigan location who value safety and teamwork. Technicians will be responsible for the efficient diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of vehicles along with replacement of general automotive parts and accessories. Techs are expected to partner with store management and service advisors to deliver superior service and education to customers on problems and proposed solutions for their vehicles. Hours requirements are 8a-5p M-F, with willingness to work overtime as needed. If you are enthusiastic about the commercial tire and repair industry, reliable, and have a positive attitude please apply!

We offer a full benefit package including; weekly pay, employee discounts, medical, dental, vision, 401K/Match, group life insurance, company paid short term disability and life insurance, paid holidays off, paid time off, free and confidential employee assistance program, paid training, employee uniforms, TIA training opportunities, company picnics/events, branded attire, opportunity for growth, and more!

Essential Functions:

Inspect vehicles using inspection forms, report potential repairs to supervisor/service writers

Diagnose and repair to specifications on passenger and light trucks - may include brake & hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment and air conditioning

Adequately explain technical diagnoses, needed services and repairs to employees and customers on an as-required basis in a courteous and friendly manner

Troubleshoots equipment issues to determine most cost-effective approach to fix, repair or resolve

Consults with other mechanics as needed to discuss problems or questions with any particular process or procedure

Operates equipment after completing repairs to ensure satisfactory completion/resolution of problem(s)

Maintains current knowledge and skill needed to diagnose, fix or repair equipment

Maintains neat and professional personal appearance

Maintains orderly work area to include wiping up spills, neatly storing tools and parts, properly discarding old or unused parts and materials, sweeping area and emptying trash receptacles as needed

Follows established company policies and guidelines for safety, quality and customer service; Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as required or needed

Assists with taking inventory as needed

Maintain hand and power tools in good repair

Perform other duties as assigned

Zolman Tire, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

Industry specific and Covid-19 PPE are available to all floor and production staff. We promote a safe work environment and follow all protocols to insure a positive, productive and healthy work experience.

Requirements:

Position Qualifications:

Accountability Ability to accept responsibility and account for their actions.

Analytical Skills Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem

Communication, Oral Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word

Customer-Oriented Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures

Delegating Responsibility Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.

Friendly Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor to others

Honesty / Integrity Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace

Motivation Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability

Problem-Solving Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

Resource Management (People & Equipment) Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel

Safety Awareness Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Working under Pressure Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Exhibit our Vision, Mission and Core Values:

Vision: The leading and most trusted provider of tires and services in all our geographic markets

Mission: Creating raving fans

Core Values:

o Live with integrity, character & passion

o Commit to the pursuit of perfection

o Possess a servant's attitude

o Accept the urgency of accountability and the necessity of change

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

Lifting: Frequent lifting over 50 pounds from ground to chest high

Squatting, bending, and twisting: frequently

Standing for extended periods of time

Read ticket and perform work listed; write confirmation and recommendation

Environment: Work in an environment that is not climate controlled. Temperatures range from extremely hot to extremely cold, depending on the season

Vision (Near, distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

Sense of sound (Ringing telephones, alarms, horns and motorized equipment)

PPE: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, gloves, footwear)

Education:

High school graduate or general education degree (GED)

Experience:

2-4 years' experience in automotive repair preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid driver's license; driving record must meet company's insurance requirements

TIA 200 level certification (company can provide)

Michigan Mechanic's License (for Michigan locations)

Ongoing training is required per company's standards

Equipment:

Knowledge of diagnostic and repair equipment

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