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Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
Shop is heated and we have ac in the break rooms
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
We currently have 7 technicians, 2 apprentices and 3 lube technicians
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
Monday and Thursday 7:30am to 7:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm Saturday 8:00am to 3:00pm Technicians work 8:00am to 5:00pm
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
We offer all Ford specialty tools and major equipment
What type of break room facility is provided?
Very comfortable, heated, and AC, Refrigerator, microwave, etc, all the amenities
How many bays does your shop have?
20 bays, an alignment rack and its own dedicated lube lane
How many repair orders do you average per month?
800
What is your parts ordering process?
We utilize single thread which is a texting platform that communicates between advisors, texts, and the parts department
What is your policy on side work?
Personal vehicles are okay!
Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?
We offer monthly contests and outings for the service department! We have no bs policy.
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
Yes we pay for all continuing education with Ford Motor Co
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We have multiple dealerships. We have practices and growth programs to help new technicians form into shop foremen and mentors
Can you describe your performance review process?
We monitor shop overall hours and individual hours and always have efficiency reports and we always look for ways as a team for each technician to perform at the highest level.
What type of safety training is required?
We offer compliance training and have annual inspections to make sure we are working in a safe environment
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
We currently have two technicians who are training and mentoring apprentices! they train and properly show them how to diagnose and use Ford workshop manuals, etc.
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
We support multiple local charities and are very involved
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
Yes we have contracts with two tech school nad our local high school
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes we do. Basic screen to gauge the interest level of the candidate
What do your in-person interviews entail?
Verify the information from possible tech and ask questions to make sure we are the right fit for the tech. We discuss background, certifications, skill set, and career goals
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
Yes we do have background checks and drug tests
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
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?
Within 2 days
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
One week
Ford Certified Technician
Pay Range: $25.00 - $60.00/hour
Pay plans are based on experience and we have a very aggressive increase based on increasing certifications
- Health Insurance Offered
- Blue Cross and Blue Shields
- Dental Insurance Offered
- Guardian
- Vision Insurance Offered
- Guardian
- Retirement Plan Offered
- 401k match plan
- Sick Leave Offered
- 5 days after start date
- Vacation Offered
- 5 days after staqrt date and increses at 3 years and 5 years
- Paid Holidays Offered
- All major holidays are paid as long as no one calls in sick day before or after
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- We offer Guardian and Aflac
- Life Insurance Offered
- Guardian
- Uniforms Offered
- Work pants, and work shirts
- Other Not Offered
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