ODaniel Auto Group

About Us

All of our locations offer complete service facilities. Our employees are the true face of the dealership. It's what we call the ODaniel Difference. We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience and being a great place to work. We have a professional and fun work environment that encourages teamwork, individual accomplishment and continuous improvement. We offer incredible earning potential for our employees. ODaniel Automotive Group serves North Eastern Indiana and is family owned and operated. Representing 8 new car manufacturers and operating from 5 locations. The ODaniel Automotive Group is positioned as the leader in the automotive industry for the area. ODaniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, located at 5611 Illinois Road Fort Wayne Indiana, Audi Fort Wayne located at 5715 Illinois Road Fort Wayne Indiana, Porsche Fort Wayne located at 5709 Illinois Road Fort Wayne Indiana, ODaniel Ford located at 631 Lincoln Hwy W New Haven Indiana and ODaniel Automart Mazda located at 4200 Illinois Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

Yes it is important that our employees are comfortable.

What is the size of the team I’d be working with?

ODaniel Auto group currently employees over 200 employees. ODaniel Auto Group is family owned and operated. We are a great place to work and achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.

What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?

Monday - Friday from 7am to 5:30 pm.

What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?

We have all special tools provided by the manufacturer which are catalogued and organized in the tool rooms. We also all the necessary equipment to do your job in an efficient manner including those for AC, Suspension, Alignment, Tires, Wheels, as well as a Hunter Alignment Machine. All tools and equipment are most up to date versions and each tech is provided his own computer laptop.

What type of break room facility is provided?

We have a large break room at every location with a large refrigerator, microwave and a TV with cable. In addition we offer a workout work for all of our employees.

How many bays does your shop have?

Depending on the location each shop is equipped with a minimum of 20 bays.

How many repair orders do you average per month?

Well over 3000 between locations.

What is your parts ordering process?

Parts are ordered through the internal parts counter through one of our experienced Parts Counter Salesperson.

What is your policy on side work?

We allow technicians to work on their own personal cars outside of company hours.

Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?

Multiple Bays per technician. Dedicated Service Advisors. On Site Ownership. Management that cares. Organized and Catalogued Special Tools. Hunter Alignment Machine. Company supplied laptop for each technician Fun Family Atmosphere. Shop completely renovated with new epoxy floors and LED lighting. All lifts pass OSHA inspections and many are brand new.

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

Continued ASE and Factory Training (including off site training) are encouraged and paid for by ODaniel Auto Group.

Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

We encourage all technicians to achieve Master Technician levels. Pay rates are increased with levels of training achieved.

Can you describe your performance review process?

Reviews are conducted on an ongoing basis by the Service Manager.

What type of safety training is required?

We are committed to a safe workplace. Yearly safety training is required. We also have a Safety Director that will help you ever step of the way.

Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?

We are proud of our team environment. Technicians are encouraged to seek guidance from any of our Master Technicians on a daily basis. We also offer an apprentice program where new technicians are paired with a Master Technician until training levels are completed.

How does your shop get involved with the local community?

The ODaniel Organization is heavily involved in our community for over 40 years. We support over 50 local organization. Supporting our community is one of the foundations of our organization.

Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?

We provide internships for the right candidate in high school at the local career and technology school.

Is there anything else you’d like to mention about career development and community?

With opportunities to start as lube tech or as an Apprentice, we offer many opportunities for advancement to a full line technician. Some of our best technicians started as a lube Technician.

Health Insurance Offered: We offer Health Insurance through Unified with a $2,000 deductible for individuals and a $4,000 deductible for families. We offer a health savings plan that the company will put in $65 monthly into your HSA account to keep the cost to employees down. Employee cost is $33.75 per week for individual coverage and $157.75 per week for family coverage. Coverage start on the 1st of the month following 30 days from your start date.
Dental Insurance Offered: We offer dental insurance thru Sunlife at an additional cost. The cost of dental insurance for individual is $5.66 per week and $20.96 per week for family coverage.
Vision Insurance Offered: We also offer Vision insurance thru VSP at additional cost. The cost for individual is $1.80 per week or $5.77 per week for family coverage.
Retirement Plan Offered: You can enroll in the 401k program upon hire. We match up to 2% Eligible after 1 year of employment.
Sick Leave Not Offered
Vacation Offered: All full-time employees are eligible for vacation after completing one year of employment, the employee is eligible for 5 days of vacation to be used the following 12-month period. Upon completion of the employees 24th month of employment and through the completion of their 11th year of employment, the employee will be eligible for 10 days of vacation to be used the following 12-month period. Upon completion of the employees 12th year of employment, the employee will be eligible for 15 days of vacation to be used the following 12-month period.
Paid Holidays Offered: 6 Holidays- New Years Day, Labor Day, July 4th, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
ST / LT Disability Offered: Disability Insurance is offered through SunLife at employee cost through payroll deduction after application process. Rates Vary
Life Insurance Offered: 15K Life insurance is provided at no cost. Extra Life insurance is offered through SunLife at employees cost through payroll deduction. Rates Vary
Uniforms Offered: We include uniforms through a local uniform service that includes laundering at a very low cost.
Other Offered: Health Savings Accounts- Employees can contribute to their Health Savings Account, this is a pre-tax benefit. You can withdraw funds at any time with your debit card to pay for eligible health expenses, such as over the counter medications and much more.