Arrow Ford - Technician Jobs in Abilene, TX

Now is the best time to join the Arrow Ford team! Arrow Service Department is undergoing a $7.2 million shop renovation with expanded shop capacity, temperature-controlled environment, and upgraded facilities for our Service, Quick Lane and Recon departments. No more hot summers! Say goodbye to cold hands and tools in the winter! Claim your spot in the new service department and take the next step in building your career at Arrow.

Arrow is nationally-recognized by Ford Motor Company for its technician training program. We have five Ford Senior Master Technicians who have achieved this milestone at Arrow, a thriving mentorship program, a Texas Department of Labor Certified Apprenticeship Program, students in the Ford ASSET program, and an in-house training program for entry-level technicians. Arrow Ford is passionate about helping technicians of every level to advance in their craft and offers best-in-class pay and benefits for those who are committed to growing with us. 

Automotive Service Technician Benefits

• FREE on-site childcare - full-time during summer and after-school care August-May
• Six days of PTO each year to be used at the employee's discretion
• One week of vacation after one year, two weeks of vacation after three years, and three weeks of vacation after 10 years
• Paid holidays
• Paid training and certificate-based pay scale - get paid to train and paid to advance your skills!
• Custom and competitive wage plans
• Low-deductible health insurance, vision, dental, and voluntary insurance options (disability, cancer insurance, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee activities, picnics, parties, and cooking competitions
• Company-provided trips
• Lake house available for employee use
• Employee discounts

Automotive Service Technician Responsibilities

• Service vehicles in a timely manner for routine scheduled maintenance in accordance with dealer and manufacturer recommendations
• Diagnose and identify necessary repairs
• Perform approved repairs to manufacturer and customer specifications
• Ability to plan work procedures, using workshop manuals, and experience
• Ability to communicate with the supervisor on a regular basis about work performed, necessary changes to approved repairs, or any other concerns related to the repair or maintenance of a vehicle
• Follow checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined
• Experience in the use of computerized diagnostic equipment
• Produce legible and accurate reporting to reflect performed work
• Participate in paid manufacturer training
• Maintain a clean working environment on the automotive service floor
• Follow all safety requirements to comply with company policies, local and federal regulations
• Explain automotive problems and repairs to Service Advisors and/or clients
• Other duties as assigned

Automotive Service Technician Qualifications

• Ford certification and/or ASE Certification strongly preferred
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel
• Ability to pass all pre-employment testing including background check and drug screening