Wendle Ford - Technician Jobs in Spokane, WA

Our shop is heated and very well ventilated. Our state-of-the-art shop is warm in the winter and cool in the summer thanks to our 4 Big Ass Fans and several Big Ass Fans coolers.

Main Shop: 8 Service Advisors 1 Dispatcher 1 Shuttle Driver 29 Technicians (including Lube Technicians) 1 Service Drive Manager 2 Service Managers 1 Shop Foreman 1 Fixed Ops Director Express Team: 2 Express Advisors 5 Express Technicians Our Fixed Ops team is made up of 77 people. Our entire dealership is made up of about 150 amazing teammates!

Service Department Hours Monday-Friday 7:30AM – 6:00PM Saturday – 8:00AM - 3:00PM Sunday – Closed Technician Hours 8:00AM – 5:00PM *More hours available to those who want more *4 Tens (4 day 10-hour shifts) available and modified schedules available *Flexible or part-time schedule for those attending school *Early Shift Available: 6:00AM-3:00PM

We provide all required and recommended OEM special tools and computers with diagnostic software. We also provide state-of-the-art equipment such as an Alignment Rack and machines, Road Force Tire Balancer, and Tire Machine.

Our large Fixed Ops break room facility has been recently updated. The break room has a tile floor, stainless steel furnishings, and USB plug-ins to charge your devices. It is a clean, climate-controlled break room with vending machines, large glass fridge, TV, microwaves, coffee machine, large sink, toaster, toaster oven, and much more. A technician locker room and bathroom are also provided.

42 Bays 8 Flat Stalls

2,500 Repair Orders

Parts are ordered electronically through Xtime. We have a parts runner who is tasked with retrieving parts for technicians, as well as loading vehicles into bays to help increase proficiency and make our technicians’ lives easier. For the more difficult jobs, our back parts counters are staffed with experienced parts professionals.

We have an extremely generous employee discount of $80 per hour (66% off door rate) that can be used for yourself and your immediate family. Ultimately, we aim to keep technicians productive in full and expect high proficiency. After normal business hours, work can be preapproved with management on a case-by-case basis. Work must be for yourself or immediate family only. An open RO is required on every vehicle and must be approved by the parts and service director. **One must refer to the employee handbook to clarify their rights and responsibilities while they're employed with the company**

$80 employee labor rate Monthly employee lunch events Parties Mentorship opportunities Learning, growth, and continued education opportunities Family oriented We reward our technicians with BBQs and fun, plus production bonuses Tickets to concerts and sporting events Annual Technician Retention Bonus Technician Labor Match Program And more

When you start at Wendle we will find your desired career path and we will help you achieve what’s desirable by giving you all the “tools” necessary. Whether you want to continue your career as a technician or move into a management role, we will help you find the path and position that is right for you. We pay for: a. ASEs that are fully completed and passed b. MFG training (both on and off-site *travel, lodging, food, time at/for class) c. Tuition reimbursement for our technicians that want to further their training and education d. Independent and manufacturer training We also partner with local skill centers and technical schools.

When there is a job opening at Wendle, we first look to promote from within. We believe in growing, developing, and investing from within. If you have a career path in mind, we will get you there and help in any way we can. How far and where you go just depends on you. When you work hard, are a great teammate, have great determination and drive, and use ethical business practices, your career will take off right before your eyes in pay and opportunities for advancement. We have had numerous technicians with us for 25+ years that have moved up from lube techs, detailers, and porters to master technicians and managers. We are proud of our long-term employees that have grown with the company and essentially helped US grow into what we are and who we are today!

We believe in performance reviews and regular “check-ins.” Some of the metrics discussed are technician proficiency, attitude, attendance, teamwork, CSI, and other key metrics. It can be a great opportunity for you to sit down with your supervisor and communicate what’s going well and what areas you need help with or could use improvement.

All employees are required to complete our online safety training once hired. We have a safety committee on-site, and we offer any safety equipment that is necessary to keep each team member safe. We operate our safety procedures according to OSHA guidelines/procedures/standards. We strive to be a healthy and safe workplace for all.

Our senior technicians are afforded the opportunity to mentor new and upcoming techs if they wish to do so. These up-and-coming technicians work side by side with our seasoned technicians to learn from the masters with a hands-on approach. This process will help young technicians evaluate and determine which specific field they want their expertise to be in (i.e., electrical, suspension, diesel). Our Senior technician is compensated for having an apprentice.

Wendle Motors has been in business since 1943. It is because of our customers and our community that we continue to succeed. We are committed to our community and strive to help our local organizations. Since the day we opened, we have invested in our community to show our gratitude and to help our community become a healthier and stronger future for us all. A strong community with a high quality of life means safer, healthier lives for you and those around you. All these actions, big and small, move the needle in a positive direction. It is often our communities that support us in hard times, and now it is our turn to support them. Some of our involvement with our local community includes: Hosting blood drives at our dealership Food drives Volunteer as a large group at 2nd Harvest Food Bank Sponsor sports teams (for youths and adults) Donate to organizations that have at least 70% of their expenses devoted to program services and prioritize those that are our employees’ passions and interests. Donate to several local colleges, high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools Volunteer at our local tech school Company-wide United Way donations Veterans' programs School supplies drives Local community centers And much MORE – check out our website under our community tab to look at all the local organizations we have the privilege of serving https://www.wendle.com/community.html

YES - We donate to our local high schools and tech schools as well as local colleges, middle schools, and elementary schools! We love to work closely with all schools in our area to enhance the future of all and grow as a community to have a bright future ahead. We also participate in many career fairs hosted by tech schools and high schools. We love to encourage future generations to enter the auto industry to see all that it provides – we love to educate these students on career opportunities available to them.

We also use the FAST Program: The Ford Accepted Service Training (FAST) Program provides equivalency credits to Technicians based on: – Training received from other OEMs – ASE Professional Certification – Military training Qualified Technicians may be closer to Ford certification than you realize. We encourage our team to invest in themselves and we will too! Wendle can help you make a job into a career. WENDLE: Winning team: We will act with integrity, a sense of ethics, and keep our commitment to our customers and ourselves. Enthusiasm: The enthusiasm of our winning team creates a welcoming environment for everyone we come in contact with. Our employees are our strength. New ideas: Wendle Motors is committed to continuous education in the latest technology for our employees. By embracing new ideas and technology we can exceed our customer’s needs and expectations now and in the future. Dedication: Each employee will share in the vision of providing customer satisfaction with the pride of dedication, respect, trust, and self-worth. Loyalty: We continue to be open-minded and listen carefully to our customers and employees. Efficiency: Our employees strive to provide exceptional service to our customers in an expedient, accurate, and professional manner.

Yes, we have a phone screen interviews prior to the in-person interview to discuss culture fit and next steps in the interview process.

We perform a one-on-one question and answer with the service managers and if time allows, we’ll take you on a tour.

At Wendle we complete extensive background checks, drug screening (not including marijuana), and check driving records. Wendle Motors is an equal-opportunity employer with a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment motor vehicle report and criminal background check will be conducted on the chosen candidate prior to employment.

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

Typically, 2-3 days, but can be up to 1 week.

The full hiring process takes 1-2 weeks, depending on your availability.

If you become a member of our Wendle family, we will have you join a new hire orientation luncheon. We will tell you about our history and who we are, along with introducing you to our leadership team. What if ONE opportunity could change your life? Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life. We hope we can be that group of people that is your forever home!

We are a Flat Rate shop. We have a Customer Pay Flat Rate and a Warranty Flat Rate. Wendle pays an additional $5 an hour on all warranty work. Bonuses include, but are not limited to: a. CSI Bonuses b. Holiday Bonuses c. Hourly Production Bonuses We also have paid holidays and training

We are a Flat Rate shop. We have a Customer Pay Flat Rate and a Warranty Flat Rate. Wendle pays an additional $5 an hour on all warranty work. Bonuses include, but are not limited to: a. CSI Bonuses b. Holiday Bonuses c. Hourly Production Bonuses We also have paid holidays and training

We are a Flat Rate shop. We have a Customer Pay Flat Rate and a Warranty Flat Rate. Wendle pays an additional $5 an hour on all warranty work. Bonuses include, but are not limited to: a. CSI Bonuses b. Holiday Bonuses c. Hourly Production Bonuses We also have paid holidays and training

This is a salary position + commission + bonuses (below) Bonuses include, but are not limited to: a. CSI Bonuses b. Hours per RO Bonuses c. Effective Labor Rate Bonuses

This is typically an hourly position working towards a Flat Rate Entry Level Technician position (plus performance bonuses). One must be able to perform basic oil changes and basic maintenance. We are also looking for individuals with an interest in more advanced technician training. This is the first step in our apprenticeship to become a trained factory technician.

This is typically an hourly position as an Express Technician working towards a Flat Rate Entry Level Technician position (plus performance bonuses). One must be able to perform basic oil changes and basic maintenance. We are also looking for individuals with an interest in more advanced technician training. This is the first step in our apprenticeship to become a trained factory technician.