Audi Central Houston - Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

Company Description

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

At Audi Central Houston, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate):

• $30.00 - $60.00 / hour

Job Description

The Automotive Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform a thorough inspection of vehicles to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
• Carry out repairs based on the diagnosed issues, which may include engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, and HVAC system work.
• Take vehicles on test drives to evaluate repairs, check for issues, or ensure the vehicle is functioning properly after the repairs are completed.
• Replace or repair key components: Spark plugs, filters, brake pads, rotors, belts, and hoses.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks: Oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and alignment adjustments.
• Examine vehicles to check for any safety concerns or additional services that need to be addressed, ensuring that all systems are working correctly for the customer’s safety.
• Work with and notify the service advisor if additional work is unnecessary or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised timeframe.
• Communicate effectively with the parts department to procure required parts.
• Save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician working on German automotive brands (BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, etc)
• Must have previous dealership experience
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Audi brand certifications
• ASEs

Additional Information

Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate):

• $30.00 - $60.00 / hour
  • Depending on experience, qualifications, and brand certifications
• Tenure Bonus:
  • Begins at 6 months from hire date for bonus pay up to $3.50 / hour per flat rate hour.

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• 5 days a week / 2 days off
• Sundays off

Benefits:

• Air-conditioned shop
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• $0 medical premium for Sonic Technicians**
• Reduced rates for dependent coverage**
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off accrual
• Sundays off
• Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
• Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
• Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company

**After 1 year of service