Ulrich Ford Lincoln

About Us

Ulrich Ford Lincoln is a family owned and operated dealership that has been serving Pella and the surrounding communities since 1935. We pride ourselves in taking care of our employees, customers, and community through excellent work, intentional relationships, and growth opportunities. We boast an excellent facility that houses a multitude of departments including service, parts, collision, and sales.

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Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

The shop is heated with in-floor heat and forced air backup. There is no air conditioning.

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

Our team currently has 9 technicians, 3 service advisors, 1 service assistant, and 3 parts advisors. We are currently looking to expand our technician team.

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

We have two main shifts: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The shop hours are 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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

All required Ford essential tools and diagnostic equipment are available for technicians to use.

What type of break room facility is provided?

We have an air-conditioned break room with vending machines, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee pot.

How many bays does your shop have?

We have 16 bays plus an alignment rack and a heavy-duty lift for large trucks.

How many repair orders do you average per month?

We average between 800 and 1300 repair orders per month.

What is your parts ordering process?

Our parts ordering process is as follows: Technicians diagnose the vehicles and take findings to the parts department. The Parts Advisors will order Warranty parts immediately. Customer-paid parts will be taken to the service advisors, who will gain customer approval and then coordinate with the parts department to get parts ordered.

What is your policy on side work?

We expect a transparent discussion on all potential side work. Whether the side work will be approved will be decided on a case-by-case basis.

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

Yes, we provide all training required to maintain and achieve OEM certifications. Occasional travel is required to attend training. All expenses will be covered by the dealer.

Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

As a small, local business, we're passionate about working with our employees to set personal goals, strategize plans for achievement, and encourage internal advancement. Share your goals with us, and we'll work with you to achieve them!

Can you describe your performance review process?

We utilize a yearly performance review process alongside efforts to recognize employees throughout the year when they do an exceptional job.

What type of safety training is required?

Normal PPE is required. No specific safety training is mandated.

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

We have our senior technicians work with newer and younger technicians to help them learn and advance.

How does your shop get involved with the local community?

We welcome high school students for job shadows, sponsor trade school students interested in the ASSET program, support many community and school development projects, and play an active role in participating in the community.

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

We welcome high school students for job shadows and sponsor trade school students interested in the ASSET program. We'd love to partner with more local schools to provide educational opportunities within the profession. If you'd like us to give a presentation to your class or tour our shop, let us know! We're always excited to teach young people about this great profession

Where do you see the shop in five years?

We'd like to grow the department and have a fully staffed technician team.

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

We have an application form that takes roughly ten to fifteen minutes to complete. The intent of the form is to gain a formal understanding of the applicant and there experience prior to interviewing.

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

We do not phone screen applicants prior to in-person interviews. We do offer phone interview when face-to-face meetings are not possible, but prefer to interview in person.

What do your in-person interviews entail?

Our initial interview is designed to help us get to know you better as an individual, in addition to exploring your experiences, skills, and aspirations. Our second interview is a chance for our owner to personally get to meet you, gaining an understanding of who you are while also sharing information about our dealership's history, culture, and values.

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

We perform a background check.

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

We do not perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant.

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

Following an in-person interview, you should expect to receive either a rejection, offer, or notification for a follow-up interview within a week. If the process extends beyond this timeframe, we'll keep you informed. Additionally, if you seek updates at any point after an interview, feel free to reach out to us.

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

The full hiring process will take anywhere from one to two weeks following the submission of the application to the time of the hiring decision. If we expect the process to extend beyond this timeframe, we will let you know.

Lube Technician Pay Range: $28,000.00 - $35,000.00/year