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Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
The shop is fully climate controlled.
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
Technicians work individually on projects but are on a team of technicians within their department. We have technicians on the main shop team,15 Main Shops Technicians, 4 on the express team, 1 shop foreman and 1 team lead is available to assist as needed.
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
The shop is open Monday through Saturday, closed on Sunday, and is open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. On Saturdays we close at 5:00 pm. Technicians typically work 8 hour shifts, 5 days a week with 1 Saturday per Month. Technicians can work more than 8 hours a day and can work as many Saturdays as they want.
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
-1 alignment rack -1 tire changer -1 balancers -2 off-car brake lathes -1 on car brake lathe -spring compressor -hydraulic press -BG fluid exchange machines -transmission and cradle jack -2 Hybrid Battery Lifts -Many of the Chrysler Jeep specific special tools techs will need.
What type of break room facility is provided?
Technicians have access to a break room with seating, vending machines, a refrigerator, television, and lockers.
How many bays does your shop have?
We have a total of 24 bays.
How many repair orders do you average per month?
We average 1365 repair orders each month.
What is your parts ordering process?
combination of working with our parts department 4 back countermen and utilization of electronic dispatch, send your estimate to parts from your work bay computer.
What is your policy on side work?
All vehicles in shop must have a repair order associated with it. Personal work needs to be discussed and approved by service manager.
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
YES! Chrysler Jeep online web module training Chrysler Jeep Interactive Course Map Career Training Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep Apprentice Mentoring Program Chrysler Jeep hands on training center in Charlotte NC
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We have a Career Path that will guide you step-by-step from Entry-Level technician to Chrysler Jeep Master level 3 Diagnostic Technician!
Can you describe your performance review process?
Your Mentor will work with you on a daily, weekly, monthly basis reviewing your progress all along the way
What type of safety training is required?
Annual Safety & Compliance Training for all employees provided by Crandall Corporation. Safety glasses and nitrile gloves are provided for all technicians
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
We currently have 9 Chrysler Jeep Master Technicians (2 Master Diagnostic shop foreman and team lead ) and many of them mentor our Entry-Level technicians. They work directly with assigned apprentice technicians and go through a step by step onboarding process that can last up to 6 months to a year.
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
Our dealership donates to local school teachers and schools Toy's for Tots etc.
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
YES! We partner with fantastic technician school like Wake Tech, NASCAR Technical Institute, Lincoln Tech, and well as our local high school automotive program. We visit the local high schools on a regular basis and love talking to students interested in a rewarding career in the Automotive Industry!
Is there anything else you’d like to mention about career development and community?
Our mentoring program / strong culture of helping/serving each other is why we are blessed to have so many tenured career technicians. Leith has partnered with The Pacific Institute for more than 25 years to help each employee with their personal growth / development & goal setting / achievement. The Leith Automotive Group is simply the BEST in the business! Contact us today and let us show you why we offer rewarding / long lasting "careers" and not just another job!
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes, we provide an electronic application form or one you can complete at the dealership. It will take about 10-15 minutes.
What do your in-person interviews entail?
In-person interviews typically occur at our dealership where the potential hire will sit down with multiple management personnel. Typically the Service Manager, Assistant Service Manager and/or shop foreman is present for in-person interviews. A few basic questions are asked to find out what you are looking for in a dealership to see if we are a good match. You will have the opportunity to walk through our shop and talk to our technicians.
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
Yes. Background checks, driving record checks and drug testing are required
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
Applicants will talk with the shop foreman or lead technician and they will review different job skills with you.
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?
Offers are made usually with 24 hours contingent on the background and drug screens.
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
48-72 hours depending on background and drug screens
C Level Technician
Pay Range: $45.00 - $65.00/year
Automotive Service Technician (Chrysler Jeep) Expert Level 1 and/or ASE Master) Every employee with Leith Chrysler Jeep) is absolutely critical to our success. Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep has been a family-owned and operated business since 1969. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Opportunity for income depends on individual performance, flat rate hour production, Chrysler Jeep & ASE training / certification, & experience. Come join our team & see why Leith is "The Name You Can Trust"
B Level Technician
Pay Range: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00/year
Automotive Service Technician (Chrysler Jeep) Expert Level 2 and ASE Master) Every employee with Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep is absolutely critical to our success. Leith Autopark Crysler Jeep has been a family-owned and operated business since 1969. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Opportunity for income depends on individual performance, flat rate hour production, Chrysler Jeep & ASE training / certification, & experience. Come join our team & see why Leith is "The Name You Can Trust"
Service Advisor
Pay Range: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00/year
"Automotive Service Advisor (Chrysler Jeep Expert) Every employee with Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep is absolutely critical to our success. Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep has been a family-owned and operated business since 1969. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Opportunity for income depends on individual performance, Salary & Commission, certification, & experience. Come join our team & see why Leith is "The Name You Can Trust"
Lube Technician
Pay Range: $31,000.00 - $48,000.00/year
Automotive Service Technician (Chrysler Jeep Expert Level 0 and/or ASE Master) Every employee with Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep is absolutely critical to our success. Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep has been a family-owned and operated business since 1969. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Opportunity for income depends on individual performance, Hourly and Commission, Chrysler Jeep & ASE training / certification, & experience. Come join our team & see why Leith is "The Name You Can Trust
A Level Technician
Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00/year
Automotive Service Technician (Jeep Chrysler) / Master Diagnostic Level 3 and ASE Master) Every employee with Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep is absolutely critical to our success. Leith Autopark Chrysler Jeep has been a family-owned and operated business since 1969. Our rapid growth and fast-paced environment make this an awesome place to work. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Opportunity for income depends on individual performance, flat rate hour production, Chrysler/Jeep & ASE training / certification, experience. Come join our team & see why Leith is "The Name You Can Trust"
- Health Insurance Offered
- • Five plan choices representing several different levels of coverage with weekly costs starting as low as $11.00 • Employee Only, Employee Plus 1 and Full Family coverages • Health Savings Accounts and Flex Spending Accounts • All coverages are paid through payroll on a pretax basis • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- Dental Insurance Offered
- • Affordable pretax Dental coverages for Employee, Employee +1 and Full Family • Preventive Care (100%) for Cleanings, x-rays and oral exams • Basic Repair and Treatment (80%) for fillings, extractions and root canals • Major Services (50%) for dentures, bridges and crowns • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- Vision Insurance Offered
- • Pretax benefit with coverage available for Employee Only, EE+1 and Full Family • Annual eye exam with a $10 copay • $200 annual allowance for eye wear (less a $10 copay) including prescription and non-prescription lenses, frames and contacts • Discounts on other vision treatments such as Lasik Eye Surgery • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- Retirement Plan Offered
- • Traditional Pre Tax 401k plan with employer match • Coming soon…..Roth After Tax 401k with employer match • Annual Profit Sharing Allocation and Contribution funded by the employer • Web site access with detailed account information as well as a full array of financial educational materials • Eligibility the first week of the month following the completion of the first 90 days
- Sick Leave Offered
- • Up to 24 hours in year 1 • 32 hours in the 2nd full year of employment • 40 hours in the 3rd and subsequent years of employment • End of year payout of any unused hours and hours reset as stated above at January 1 of each year • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- Vacation Offered
- • 1 week after 1 year of continuous employment • 2 weeks after 2 years of continuous employment • 3 weeks after 8 years of continuous employment
- Paid Holidays Offered
- • New Year’s Day • Independence Day • Labor Day • Thanksgiving Day • Christmas Day • 1 Floating Holiday (any day of employee’s choosing) • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Short Term Disability • Employer funded (free to the employee) • Maximum benefit period of 26 weeks • Benefit based on employee’s ability to perform their specific job duties • Eligibility at completion of 90 days Long Term Disability / CIGNA offers: • Guaranteed enrollment if enrolled in first 90 days • Benefit waiting period of 26 weeks to be classified as long term disabled • After tax benefit so disability payments from CIGNA are not taxable • Benefit based on the employee’s ability to perform their specific job duties • Qualifying benefits are based on annual income and paid to age 65 (and possibly beyond)
- Life Insurance Offered
- • Employer Paid Basic Life coverage of $20,000 for natural cause death and $40,000 for accidental death • Optional coverages for employee of up to $500,000, spouse up to $100,000 and dependent children up to $10,000 • The first $100,000 for employee and $25,000 for spouse is guaranteed coverage if enrolled during first 90 days • Affordable costs based on age • Eligibility at completion of 90 days
- Uniforms Offered
- Uniforms are provided to all employees. $2 to $3 weekly cleaning fee.
- Other Offered
- Shoes: Technicians receive new shoes each year. Many styles available.
