Port Lavaca Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram - Technician Jobs in Port Lavaca, TX

About Us

Port Lavaca Dodge Chrysler Jeep is a small dealership that is located right by the gulf where u can always catch some great fish. We have created an atmosphere that everyone is family and we always try to help eachother out. That being said we are always looking for the right people to join our team. First and foremost you must be a team player. Potential applicants must be honest, hard working, reliable, and be ready to be part of something bigger than any 1 person. Here at PLD our customers and their needs come first. Without them we would not be here. We work hard to make sure our employees feel appreciated and that they know they are important to us. If you feel like you meet these qualifications, and u want to have a job that you don't dread coming to every day then feel free to give us a call. All that plus having the chance to go saltwater fishing on your lunch break.... Who can beat that....

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Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

Our shop is not air conditioned, however we do tend to have a good breeze most of the time. We supplement that with fans in the summer and diesel heaters in the winter.

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

We are currently a tad short handed so we have 6 current technicians and 2 service advisors. We typically operate with 8-10 technicians and 2 advisors.

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

The service advisor's day starts at 7:30am and ends at 6pm. Technicians are here from 8am - 6pm Monday - Friday. Our advisors and technicians rotate on our Saturday schedule and we are open 8am - 1pm. Sundays we are closed

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

We have many Chrysler special tools available for the techs to use. On top of that we have 6 computers, a snap on alignment machine, and multiple other tools and machines to help them take care of our customer's vehicles.

What type of break room facility is provided?

We do not currently have a dedicated break room area, but it is one of the things on my list.

How many bays does your shop have?

20

How many repair orders do you average per month?

450

What is your parts ordering process?

If we do not currently have the needed parts in stock then the majority of them are available the next day from our Dallas warehouse. We also have the ability to reach out to other dealers that have the correct parts to help expedite the process if needed.

What is your policy on side work?

There is no side work allowed on the property.

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

We are a very team oriented shop, and we help each other out as much as possible. The atmosphere is laid back and every so often we will order breakfast or lunch for the whole crew to show them appreciation for all their effort.

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

We are always encouraging our employees to continue their training through Chrysler and we do pay for that training.

Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

Our lube techs have the ability to become line techs and could become our next senior tech. It all depends on their work ethic, drive, and passion to make this job into a career. I want all my employees to be successful and to become master techs.

Can you describe your performance review process?

Periodic reviews are done at the service manager's discretion.

What type of safety training is required?

Upon hire we have online safety training that must be completed. Every year or so their will be continued education courses to update any content.

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

Here at Port Lavaca Dodge we all work together if needed to take care of the customers. That includes the Service Manager going into the shop and working along side the technicians.

How does your shop get involved with the local community?

We periodically help sponsor local events.

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

not currently

Where do you see the shop in five years?

The sky is the limit. I believe in 5 years we will be the dealership that customers will pass 3 other dealerships to bring their car to just so we can work on them. We treat them with respect and try to do our very best for each and every one of them.

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

We want each and every employee to feel valued and to be proud to work for Port Lavaca Dodge. Anyone looking to make a career in this field is welcome to apply. We will do our best to help accommodate those dreams and make them a reality.

Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?

We do have actual applications, and they typically take about 10-15 minutes to complete.

Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?

I do not typically phone screen applicants before in person interviews..

What do your in-person interviews entail?

I like to spend a few minutes getting to know the applicant, asking about them and their history about what brought them to apply at Port Lavaca Dodge. Then I try to tell them what we are looking for in a new hire and the kind of culture we are trying to create. I will then review the application with them and go through any other follow up questions that I or the applicant might have.

Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?

We do have a 3rd party company that completes our back ground checks and then refers the applicants on where to go to have drug test taken.

Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?

Not typically, for experienced technicians I do look at there training levels in Chrysler.

After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?

An answer will normally happen within a few days after the interview.

Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?

Usually this process takes about 1 week.

Is there anything else you’d like to mention about your hiring process?

I am always looking for self motivated, honest, and hard working employees. Those traits are ultimately what help me to choose between candidates.

A Level Technician
A Level Technicians are highly skilled technicians that have strengths in their diagnostic and mechanical ability. This level of technician typically has many years of experience and education. We view an A Level Technician as the highest skilled technician in a shop
Pay Range: $70,000 - $100,000/year ($33.65 - $48.08/hr)

PAY IS BASED ON CHRYSLER TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE PAID WEEKLY

B Level Technician
B Level Technicians are skilled in mechanical repair and, while not their specialty, have some diagnostic skills. B Level Technicians generally have a fair amount of experience and can be trusted to handle most repairs.
Pay Range: $50,000 - $70,000/year ($24.04 - $33.65/hr)

PAY IS BASED ON CHRYSLER TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE PAID WEEKLY

C Level Technician
C Level Technicians are more of entry level technicians. C Level Technicians’ responsibilities typically include basic maintenance, alignments, brake and suspension work, along with other base level repairs.
Pay Range: $35,000 - $50,000/year ($16.83 - $24.04/hr)

PAY IS BASED ON CHRSYLER TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE PAID WEEKLY

Lube Technician
Lube Technicians are entry level technicians that focus on routine maintenance such as oil changes, changing tires, and inspections.
Pay Range: $25,000 - $35,000/year ($12.02 - $16.83/hr)

WE ARE PAID WEEKLY

Service Advisor
Service Advisors are primarily customer focused and, as one of the faces of the shop, they are critical in keeping customers happy. Service Advisors are frequently focused on taking customer calls, relaying information to technicians, and selling repair jobs. Both technical and sales experience are helpful for this position.
Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000/year

ADVISORS ARE PAID PERCENTAGES BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF GROSS PROFIT THAT THEY SELL. THE PERCENTAGE CHANGES BETWEEN 5-12% DEPENDING ON IF THE SALES ARE CUSTOMER PAY, INTERNAL, OR WARRANTY. WE ARE PAID WEEKLY

Health Insurance Offered
Health insurance is available after 90 days of employment. Entrust is our insurance provider, and the company pays a portion of the premium.
Dental Insurance Offered
We have dental insurance through Entrust which is available after 90 days of employment. The company pays a portion of the premium.
Vision Insurance Offered
We have vision insurance through Entrust which is available after 90 days of employment. The company pays a portion of the premium.
Retirement Plan Offered
We offer a 401k with a employer match of 25 cents for every dollar invested up to 5%. This is offered through July Services.
Sick Leave Not Offered
We do not offer any sick pay.
Vacation Offered
After 6 months of employment u get 5 days vacation which can be used for vacation or sick days. After 1 year you get 10 days.
Paid Holidays Offered
We have 5 paid holidays every year, they are as follows: Christmas Day Thanksgiving New Years Day July 4th Labor day
ST / LT Disability Offered
Short and Long term disability are both offered through Allstate
Life Insurance Offered
Life insurance is offered through Allstate
Uniforms Offered
Uniforms are provided at a small weekly cleaning cost. We use Cintas for all our uniform needs.
Other Not Offered

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