ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Communicates with supervisors, peers, and other company employees on a variety of issues in a positive and professional manner
- Confer with Guides and other drivers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements
- Test drive vehicles and test components and systems using equipment such as specialized testers, computerized diagnostic devices, or special tools
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions
- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas
- Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience
- Review and complete work orders in a thorough, detailed and legible manner; discuss with Manager as needed
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups
- Diagnose and repair brake system, replace wear items, machine brake drums and rotors
- Performs tire repairs, mount and balance tires as needed
- Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems
- Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages
- Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
- Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings
- Diagnose and repair electrical systems such as ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels
- Repair manual and automatic transmissions & transfer cases including electronic controlled units
- Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers
- Must be able to operate vehicles including test driving in traffic and on “off road” trails
- Maintain cleanliness of work area
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. - High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVD record
- Minimum 3 years bumper-to-bumper experience in an independent shop or dealership
- ASE certification(s) preferred
- Welding/fabrication experience a plus
- Able to operate vehicles including test driving in traffic and on “off road” trails
- Experience and ability driving a manual transmission vehicle
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Regular walking throughout service center facilities throughout the day
- Requires repetitive movement, bending or twisting, standing, getting into awkward positions up to 8 hours per day and occasionally working in cramped work spaces
- Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
- Requires face-to-face and telephone discussions with individuals or teams
- Requires lifting or carrying up to 60 lbs on a regular basis, and occasionally, or with assistance, up to 100 lbs
- Requires clear vision and adequate hearing
Work Environment - Primarily a shop environment with some exposure to weather conditions
- Occasionally requires working outdoors in temperatures from 20 degrees to 110 degrees
- Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people
- Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable
- Includes exposure to a variety of chemicals or contaminants
- Requires exposure to hazardous equipment
- Potential exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings
- Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment and uniforms
- Requires working in a closed vehicle or equipment
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