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Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
Heated and cooled
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
8
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat 9:00-5:00
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
All brands of current scan tool and factory scan tools Flush machines Alignment machine AC Machines
What type of break room facility is provided?
Full break room with kitchen and TV
How many bays does your shop have?
8
How many repair orders do you average per month?
250
What is your parts ordering process?
Online
What is your policy on side work?
Personal vehicles only
Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?
Always purchasing new equipment and scan tools to help techs produce work more effectively. Recently invested in 3D printers and CAD software to produce hard to find parts and tooling that can be plastic
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
We offer education reimbursement for ongoing classes and ASE testing
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We like to stay on the cutting edge. We invest heavily in new equipment and training for all changes in the automotive industry.
Can you describe your performance review process?
Yearly evaluation
What type of safety training is required?
Basic lift operating training
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
Our Master level techs work closely with new techs to ensure correct processes are followed and understood. They encourage techs to take advantage of the online training classes BG and Standard provided to them as an employee
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
Transolution is very hands on in the local community and makes regular donations to schools
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
As much as possible
Where do you see the shop in five years?
Additional 5 enclosed bays with double the shop space.
Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?
Yes in store and online at www.transoluiton.biz. 15 min or less fill out time
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes
What do your in-person interviews entail?
Meet the owner and have a small conversation. Meet and greet with the rest of the team as well as a shop tour.
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
Yes
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
No
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?
One Business day.
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
One to two days depending on location of applicant.
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: $50,000 - $150,000/year
ASE master certified technician. Flat rate pay structure with a over forty multiplier bonus program.
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: $30,000 - $55,000/year
ASE certifications are required. Hourly pay program.
Lube Technician
Lube Technicians are entry level technicians that focus on routine maintenance such as oil changes, changing tires, and inspections.
Pay Range: $0 - $35,000/year
Lube technician follows job description described in sop manual. Paid hourly.
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: $30,000 - $100,000/year
Communication with customer builds tickets and parts ordering. Paid hourly with commission based on GP dollars.
Student Tech / Apprentice
Student technicians work on entry level tasks while completing their school programs.
Pay Range: $5,000 - $20,000/year
Usually a part time position. Hourly pay structure
- Health Insurance Offered
- Blue Cross Blue Sheild
- Dental Insurance Offered
- Aflac
- Vision Insurance Offered
- VSP
- Retirement Plan Offered
- Roth IRA through Edward Jones
- Sick Leave Offered
- you get to go home
- Vacation Offered
- One week Paid after 90 day probationary period.
- Paid Holidays Offered
- New Years, Labor Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Aflac
- Life Insurance Offered
- Aflac, Edward Jones
- Uniforms Offered
- Weekly provided by a local textile company.
- Other Offered
- Gym Membership
