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Under The Hood
Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
We have portable heater, No air conditioning.
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
In the shop 3-5 technicians.
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
Mon-Fri 07:00am-3:30pm
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
We provide all the special tools related to Volvo plus 10-ton overhead crane, and all the stationary tools such as hydraulic press, drill, grinder, etc.
What type of break room facility is provided?
We have a nice and good size break room with all the necessary devices, ice maker, fridge and freezer, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, etc.
How many bays does your shop have?
7
How many repair orders do you average per month?
100-150
What is your parts ordering process?
Our technicians use Volvo software to look up the part number then they send their parts order via email to service/parts department.
What is your policy on side work?
No side work. It's against the VCES policy.
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
We encourage our team to continue with their education and advance their skill set. We off state-of-the-art training and personal development
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We recognize the value of our employees and are committed to providing them with opportunities for growth and advancement. By promoting from within, we not only reward hard work and dedication but also foster a culture of loyalty and excellence.
Can you describe your performance review process?
We conduct performance reviews on an as-need-basis for technicians.
What type of safety training is required?
Safety is a top priority for Volvo. We will provide all necessary State and Federal safety training required.
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
Our seasoned technicians are constantly a resource and partner with new technicians to ensure we are developing competent technicians throughout the training & onboarding periods.
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
N/A
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
We are not opposed to partnering with local school districts, but do not have a formal program for this.
Is there anything else you’d like to mention about career development and community?
N/A
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes.
What do your in-person interviews entail?
Meeting with the Service Manager and Operations Manager to discuss the job n detail and discuss candidate's qualifications for the position.
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. 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?
One week or less.
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
< 30 Days.
Is there anything else you’d like to mention about your hiring process?
N/A
Field Service Technician
Pay Range: $46.00 - $60.00/hour
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.
Shop Technician
Pay Range: $40.00 - $51.00/hour
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.
- Health Insurance Offered
- Health information provided in the "Pictures" section of the page
- Dental Insurance Offered
- Volvo Delta Dental
- Vision Insurance Offered
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. VSP
- Retirement Plan Offered
- Pension
- Sick Leave Offered
- 40 hours per state of California
- Vacation Offered
- Technician earns ETO per the hours they work.
- Paid Holidays Offered
- Yes, all major holidays
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Yes
- Life Insurance Offered
- Yes
- Uniforms Offered
- We provide uniforms and coveralls.
- Other Offered
- Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization. We also offer an array of additional benefits and programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. We will gladly share this information and more at any time during the interviewing process or as part of your offer letter.
