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Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
Shop is heated but not air conditioned.
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
There are 2 Service Writers, 5 other Auto Technicians, 1 Parts Professional, an Office Manager and the owner, who is an ASE Certified mechanic himself.
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
The shop is open 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. Expect 5 hours of overtime per week.
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
Specialty tools, scan tools, computers, OE scan tools for the big 3 US auto makers.
What type of break room facility is provided?
There's not a specified break room, but there's a refrigerator and microwave.
How many bays does your shop have?
There are 15 bays, 8 with fixed hoists and 1 with a portable hoist.
How many repair orders do you average per month?
150
What is your parts ordering process?
Once techs determine what's needed for each job, they give their lists to the Parts Professional who orders from the local parts suppliers as well as dealers. Our shop system also has the capability of ordering online from the local suppliers so that techs have the potential to order their own parts.
What is your policy on side work?
It's fine as long as it is not during business hours and doesn't use South Platte Auto Center's facilities or tools.
Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?
We do a lot of fleet work including DOT inspections. We also do a lot of diesel performance work. In fact, we have two sled pulling trucks that we use in competitions to boost awareness of our specialty.
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
Occasionally, dealers will put on training seminars that employees are encouraged to attend.
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We are too small of an organization to offer advancement opportunities. We will help to try and advance a techs career when it comes to their skill set
Can you describe your performance review process?
Annual performance reviews are performed on or around each employee's anniversary date.
What type of safety training is required?
None required.
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
Experienced Techs and Owner are available as needed for questions and guidance. We may also be able to work side by side when time permits with some repairs
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
We sponsor booster programs for schools, churches, and the local junior college as well as sponsor the annual auto show by the local car club.
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
Only when invited to speak.
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
No
What do your in-person interviews entail?
A quick review of the application, and then discussion of education, prior experience, and expectations.
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
No to all
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
No. Skill assessment is done through the interview process
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?
1 week.
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
1 week.
C Level Technician
Pay Range: $19.00 - $25.00/hour
Starting pay based on level of experience. No ASE Certification Often requires help from co-workers/supervisor Still learning to verify complaints and how to use diagnostics resources Must have own hand tools
A Level Technician
Pay Range: $38.00 - $50.00/hour
Starting pay based on level of experience. Master ASE certified Can work independently Highly organized and efficient Supremely professional Must have own hand tools
Service Advisor
Pay Range: $19.00 - $24.00/hour
Hours are 7:00 am - 5:30 pm Mon - Fri, so expect 7.5 hours of OT per week. Bonuses offered if certain production goals are met. Requires customer service experience; knowledge of autos and diesels to discuss vehicles with authority; good personal organization skills; and strong computer skills. Must be be punctual, reliable and trustworthy.
B Level Technician
Pay Range: $25.00 - $38.00/hour
Starting pay based on level of experience. Some ASE Certification Requires little help from co-workers/supervisor Proficient at verifying complaints Skilled at diagnostics and problem-solving Must have own hand tools
- Health Insurance Offered
- Group health insurance is available through Anthem after 60 days. The Company pays 100% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums.
- Dental Insurance Offered
- Group dental insurance is available through Anthem after 60 days. The Company pays 100% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums.
- Vision Insurance Not Offered
- Retirement Plan Not Offered
- Sick Leave Not Offered
- We offer PTO (paid time off) which covers both sick and vacation leave. PTO is accrued with each hour worked amounting to 48 hours for years 1 and 2, 96 hours for years 3, 4 and 5, and 144 hours after 6 years.
- Vacation Offered
- We offer PTO (paid time off) which covers both vacation and sick leave. PTO is accrued with each hour worked amounting to 48 hours for years 1 and 2, 96 hours for years 3, 4 and 5, and 144 hours after 6 years.
- Paid Holidays Offered
- We offer the following paid Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. There may also be occasional floating holidays as determined by the owner.
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Various AFLAC policies are available, but the premiums are paid by the employee via payroll deduction.
- Life Insurance Not Offered
- Uniforms Offered
- Rental uniforms are provided after the first 30 days to Service Technicians. The rental and cleaning fees are paid by the Company.
- Other Offered
- Parts discounts for the employee's immediate family. ASE Testing - the Company will pay for the tests and out of town travel to/from testing.
