Automotive Hood Technician

Job Description

Company Overview

Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Grease Monkey brand currently operates more than 300 centers internationally with operations in Mexico, China, Colombia and Saudi Arabia. Grease Monkey is the nations largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers and is looking to expand in 2021 by opening 30+ new locations. Grease Monkey International, LLC is the nations largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers serving more than 2 million customers each year.

Our Grease Monkey Certified Pit Crews offer customers a service experience that is unrivaled in the automotive industry. Our highly trained technicians are certified using our proprietary Grease Monkey Technician Training & Certification Program. Grease Monkey certified pit crews offer drivers an exceptional experience, delivered with speed and precision.

Position Overview

During the Full Service Oil Change, the hood technician is responsible for performing all of the services in the engine compartment. The hood technician is also responsible for directing the activities in the bay area, ensuring that the service has been thoroughly completed and recorded on the Work Order.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work safely, wear safety gear, keep work area clean and organized.

Use Echo System / Echo services and vehicle information

Direct the vehicle into the bay

Place fender covers on the vehicle

Perform light check and check/fill automatic transmission fluid(when applicable), condition and level of oil, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid, coolant, battery electrolyte

Remove and check emissions components: Replace top-side oil filter, when applicable. air filter, cabin air filter, breather, and radiator cap. Deliver emissions components to center manager for customer presentation. when applicable Install emissions components

Perform visual inspection of belts, hoses, and other hood compartment components, document unusual conditions

Perform additional services, as needed, perform final safety and quality check

Record information on Work OrderOther Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to the duties listed above, every crew member is responsible for general center maintenance and cleaning duties such as mopping, washing center windows, lawn mowing, clearing litter, snow and ice from the site, and cleaning restrooms. Crew members must attend crew meetings and run errands as required, as well as other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Job Qualifications

Customer service skills Basic literacy (ready, writing, math skills) Verbal communication skills

Ability and license to operate motor vehicles

Ability to properly use mechanical hand tools

Attention to detail

Previous experience or training - Minimum 3 months actual experience or supervised training as a hood technician requiredWorking Conditions

Materials Used: Automotive oils, fluids and lubricants, windshield washer fluid, battery electrolyte. Environment: Frequent exposure to outside weather elements, noise, and vehicle exhaust fumes throughout the entire shift.

Physical Activities: Position requires good corrected vision, hearing, frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, handling, reaching, and lifting.

Benefits/Perks

Discounted Services for Employees

Flexible Hours

Opportunities for Advancement