Wendle Ford - Technician Jobs in Spokane, WA

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  • Our Ford Shop view facing Southeast!
  • Our Ford Shop facing Northwest!
  • Nissan Service Family in our Nissan Shop (facing Northeast)!
  • Some of our Nissan service awards
  • Vincent who's part of our Apprentice Program through New Tech Skills Program in Spokane!
  • Our Service Advisors and Service Drive facing Northeast.
  • One of our all employee lunches in August.
  • Chris celebrating his 20 Year Wendle Anniversary with our General Manager, Shayne Goff.
  • One of our all employee lunches in June.
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  • One of our all employee lunches featuring Joe, our Nissan Service Manager - National Pizza Day!
  • We had "Have Beans - Mobile Espresso" come and serve our team free drinks AND coffee of course!
  • One of our monthly Technician lunches - Mexican Food from Azteca!
  • Breakfast provided by Ford for our Ford Service team from Panera!
  • One of our all employee lunches featuring our Nissan Service Advisors - National Pizza Day!
  • One of our all employee lunches - BBQ served by Santa!
  • We had "Have Beans - Mobile Espresso" come and serve our team free drinks AND coffee of course!
  • One of our all employee lunches - featuring our Nissan Service Advisors!
  • One of our monthly Technician lunches - Mexican Food from Azteca!
  • Halloween Costume Competition - Our Service Advisor, Erica, dressed up as our Nissan Service Manager, Joe.  She had us ALL cracking up throughout the day!
  • Halloween Costume Competition!
  • Halloween Costume Competition - Star Wars
  • Our Wendle Nissan Service Family in our Nissan Shop!
  • The 28th Annual Ranchero Round-Up at Wendle Ford on Father's Day Weekend!
  • The 28th Annual Ranchero Round-Up at Wendle Ford on Father's Day Weekend!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went to the movie theater to watch the new Top Gun: Maverick together!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went bowling and competed for the title of "Best Bowler at Wendle Motors" and for the large trophy of course!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went bowling and competed for the title of "Best Bowler at Wendle Motors" and for the large trophy of course!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went to a Spokane Indians game together!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went to a Spokane Indians game together!
  • Our Nissan Award - "In Recognition of 40 Years of Service" September 23, 2021
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  • Our Nissan Service Advisors and Santa
  • All hands on deck for snow removal.
  • One of our all employee lunches - We were celebrating Dick Wendle's 80th Birthday!
  • One of our all employee lunches in August.  We had BBQ and grilled some burgers for everyone!
  • All Employee Lunch - Celebrating National Guac Day how we know best!
  • We celebrated National Donut Day the only way we know how - Donuts for EVERYONE!
  • Our Peanut Butter Drive was a HUGE success.  This is Andy (GSM) and Shayne Goff (GM) donating our Peanut Butter to 2nd Harvest.
  • One of our all employee lunches in the Ford Service Shop (facing East) for our United Way Campaign!
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  • National Popcorn Day at Wendle Motors!
  • Part of our Ford Service group!
  • One of our monthly Technician lunches in the Ford Shop (facing East).
  • Nissan Master Technician!
  • One of our all employee lunches!
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  • One of our all employee lunches.  We are celebrating Cinco de Mayo!
  • Celebrating our Technician's retirements with cake in our Ford Shop!
  • Celebrating our Technician's retirements with cake in our Ford Shop (facing Northeast)!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went to celebrate at Jack & Dan's Bar & Grill!
  • Wendle Employee Appreciation Event - We went to the movie theater to watch Ford v Ferrari!
  • Wendle Softball Team!
  • Some of our Wendle Family supporting our Wendle Softball Team!
  • Wendle's 75th party on our Ford Showroom (facing Northwest)!
  • One of our all employee lunches.  We had BBQ and grilled some burgers for everyone!
  • Fannie's Ice Pops in our Ford Shop! One of our all employee ice cream days for a hot summer day.
  • Fannie's Ice Pops in our Ford Service Drive! One of our all employee ice cream days for a hot summer day.
  • Fannie's Ice Pops in our Ford Shop! One of our all employee ice cream days for a hot summer day.
  • Fannie's Ice Pops in our Ford Shop! One of our all employee ice cream days for a hot summer day.
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Under The Hood

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

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.

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

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!

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

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

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

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.

What type of break room facility is provided?

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.

How many bays does your shop have?

42 Bays 8 Flat Stalls

How many repair orders do you average per month?

2,500 Repair Orders

What is your parts ordering process?

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.

What is your policy on side work?

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**

Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?

$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

Shop Talk

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Hard work and determination open doors in the automotive industry! 💪 Cody started as a Lot Attendant and, through his dedication and willingness to learn, he’s now an Express Technician. His growth is a great example of the opportunities available for those ready to put in the effort. 🚗🔧 Keep up the great work, Cody—we’re excited to see where your skills take you next!

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Exciting news from the Wendle team! 🎉 We’re proud to announce that TWO of our talented technicians have achieved their Master Certification in Electric Vehicles! 🚗⚡️ This incredible milestone reflects a dedication to excellence and a commitment to staying ahead in the ever-evolving world of EV technology.

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We're excited to share that Luis has electrified his career path, securing both High Voltage Battery and High Voltage Systems certifications! ⚡ Just as our detailed career path promises, Luis has not only gained valuable certifications but also earned a well-deserved increase in his flat-rate pay. His next adventure? Continuing to amplify his skills and expertise. Congratulations and thank you, Luis! We're truly proud to have you as a key player in our Wendle Family. Your dedication shines bright!

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We want to celebrate David's latest triumph — he's now officially certified in Electrical work, marking his first Ford certification! What's even more electrifying? Just as our career path promises, David's dedication has earned him a well-deserved increase in his flat-rate pay. Kudos to David for this significant achievement! Your commitment is lighting up our Wendle Family, and we're excited for the bright path ahead! 🔧

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Top Shop Challenge: If your shop had a most improved award, who would have won it in 2023?

We are PROUD to have many most improved individuals in our shop, but one that sticks out for our dealership is SCOTT! We're thrilled to share the exciting news about Scott's decision to move forward with a career path within Wendle. Having begun his journey with us as a Lot Attendant, Scott is now joining our Express Technician Program, demonstrating both his dedication and commitment to excelling in automotive expertise! 🛠️ His last 8 months with us have been nothing short of remarkable, marked by his exceptional work ethic, passion, and unwavering commitment to excellence. He is consistently going above and beyond to deliver top-notch service. Congratulations and thank you, Scott!!🎉 Interested in a career path as a technician?! Our Express Program is designed to provide technicians with the precise guidance, skills, and expertise needed for career advancement. Our program involves extensive training, mastering stand-alone services, basic maintenance, and rigorous factory online training. We take pride in the ongoing success of our Express Program and the dedicated teammates who make it all possible! 🙌

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Top Shop Challenge: What are a couple of things you'd like to highlight that happened last month?

Last month we had 3 individuals earn a total of 4 certifications! We take immense pride in being a dealership that places an emphasis on continued learning and education. At Wendle, being part of the family means not only personal growth but also a commitment to fostering professional development. Hats off to our dedicated team for their achievements and to the ongoing pursuit of excellence!