Jr. Automotive Technician

Overview:

** Immediate opening for Jr. Automotive Technicians/Mechanics **

T.O. Haas Tire serves the community! We have been in business since 1947, T.O. Haas Tire has 24 locations across Nebraska, Kansas and Iowa and we’re growing fast! We sell many tire brands for cars, pickups, SUVs, tractors, trailers, ATVs, pivot irrigation systems, and more. In addition to tires, wheels, and batteries, T.O. Haas Tire & Auto performs many automotive services including oil changes, alignments, brakes, exhaust, shocks, struts, cooling systems, transmission fluid flush, and more. We employ ASE Certified Technicians to keep your vehicle riding and running at its best.

The Junior Automotive Technician is responsible for conducting basic automotive diagnostic and repair such as oil changes, tire and wheel related services and light vehicle maintenance.

Pay: $40,000 to $60,000/Yr.

Benefits:

Closed Sunday

Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

6 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles

Opportunity for Advancement!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs basic mechanical repairs based on level of experience

Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.

Performs oil changes, fluid changes and power flushes and other basic services.

Utilizes the company’s Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition

Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to direct supervisor

Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends as needed. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Adheres to Sun Auto’s core values, and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Sun Auto Tire & Service Employee Handbook

Qualifications:

Previous automotive technician / mechanic experience preferred

Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized equipment for diagnostics

Valid Driver’s license

Must be at least 18 years old

Ability to obtain a State Inspector License (in applicable locations) is preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The Junior Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

The Junior Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building

Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently

Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.

Communicate with customers and shop personnel

Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.