Automotive Technician - Express Lube Tech

Paramus Chevrolet is a proud member of the VIP Automotive Group of Long Island, known for its exceptional leadership and customer-focused culture. Join our team for a professional work environment, continuous training, and the opportunity to be part of one of Long Island's most successful auto groups.

At VIP, our purpose is to create exceptional value and experiences for every customer, surpassing our competitors. Our mission is to be the foremost provider of automotive sales and service, empowering our staff to deliver memorable customer experiences.

Our team members enjoy a positive working environment with opportunities for professional growth through training and advancement from within the organization.

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Automotive Express Lube Technician
Full-Time Opportunity

Our technicians are the highest paid in the industry

Our commitment and offerings to you include:
Compensation based on knowledge.

• Weekly production bonus tied to hours worked.
• Year-end production bonus and banquet (Top performers invited to our annual recognition GALA).
• Fulfilling work environment.
• Well-equipped shops with air conditioning and heating.
• Expense-covered tool relocation.
• Technicians in our team consistently work 45+ hours weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• We cover the costs of your training and ASE Certification.
• **Union Shops - Offering pension, medical/dental benefits, vacation, sick leave, and personal days.

Job Description & Duties:
An automotive technician is responsible for performing various tasks related to the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles. This includes conducting routine services, identifying and resolving mechanical issues, and ensuring vehicles meet safety and performance standards. Key responsibilities typically include but not limited to:

1. Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards. Perform Lube oil and filter changes, apply oil change stickers to windshield based on manufacturer, tire rotations, tire replacement mounting and balancing, wiper blades replacements, differential service, transmission service, transfer case service, reset all vehicle oil change indicator lights as well as warning lights, brake pads, NY state inspections, programming of keys fobs and RKE, software updates and scheduled maintenance. You will need to check and reset all tire pressure requirements including the spare.

1. Diagnoses the cause of any malfunction and performs repair.

1. Communicates with the parts department to obtain needed parts.

1. Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.

1. Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.

1. Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.

1. Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.

1. Road tests vehicles when required or refers to the test technician.

1. Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.

1. Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.

1. Supervises the work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.

1. Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.

1. Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.

1. Keeps the shop area neat and clean.

1. Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as they were received.

1. Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.

1. Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.

1. Reports any safety issues immediately to management.

1. Assist customers with vehicle knowledge.

Qualifications:

Manufacturer Training
Product knowledge

To excel in this role, candidates must perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements above represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Job Type:
Full-time

Salary:$18.94 per hour based on experience

Benefits Include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Discounts on Vehicle Purchases, Parts, and Service
• Paid Time Off
• Supplemental Benefit Plans (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance)
• Comprehensive Employee Recognition Programs
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Professional Development Assistance
• Retirement Plan

Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend Availability