Automotive Repair Technician

Company: AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah
Location: Petaluma
Posted on: January 9, 2022

Job Description:

We call our club's vision, mission, values, and supporting pillars "Our House" because they are the foundation for all that we do. We're working to transform AAA for the next century with a mission to create Members for life by unleashing the innovative spirit of our Team Members.
AAA NCNU is genuinely concerned about your safety and the health of all of our Team Members. As a result, should you be offered a position with our Club, you will be required to establish that you have been fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless you are able to establish a bona fide exemption from this requirement, or where prohibited by law.
Great Opportunity at AAA Auto Centers formerly McLea's Tire and Auto
Why Work With Us:
Check out the Benefits!
Exceptional benefits
within 30 days
of hire, with employer contribution to medical/Dental/Vision premiums
401K Matching $1 to $1 up to 6% annually
15 Paid Days off (20 after 1 year)
+ 9 paid holidays for a great work/life balance, some Saturdays and no Sundays
Tuition reimbursement for ASE Certifications
Paid Training
State of the art equipment
Clean well equipped shops with consistent car count
A free AAA Membership and numerous employee discounts
Job Responsibilities:
Performs work that is indicated on Approved Repair Orders.
Performs only needed and or customer requested services on vehicles.
Performs all repairs according to MAP (Motorist Assurance Program), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) or accepted industry standard procedures
Assures all repairs are for the benefit of the member/customer.
Test drives all vehicles when practical for any/all performance or drivability concerns before performing work
Exception: when unsafe or vehicle not drivable
Retest drives after repairs completed to verify that repair solved defined problems
Maintains clean and safe work environment; cleans spills and debris immediately to reduce hazards
Maintain company provided equipment and machinery
Follows company and industry safety rules and regulations
Reports all unsafe conditions to supervisor including but not limited to lifts, overhead doors, and equipment
Attends all required training, seeks additional training to maintain and increase effectiveness
Keeps up to date on industry trends and repair procedures.
Attends and successfully completes at least 24 hours of continuing auto repair training per year sponsored and/or provided by the club.
Maintains customer vehicles in regard to cleanliness and does not tune or otherwise adjust any controls within the vehicle.
Verifies as soon as practicable that parts ordered for the vehicle assigned to them are correct.
Performs digital inspection and documents to their full potential. Notates all pertinent information into the shop inspection or management system, attaches all photos or videos to illustrate repairs or needs to the inspection.
Assures all comeback related repairs are prioritized as directed by manager or lead.
Communicates effectively as necessary with manager, service advisors and other technicians to contribute to the overall performance of the location
Responsible for the safety and accuracy of all repairs made and or systems inspected to assure vehicle is as safe or more safe condition as was prior to work commencing
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Note: May require travel to different locations on an as needed basis
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills in the language(s) required for the role, as justified for business necessity
Effective organization, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to work scheduled hours as necessitated by business need
Math and computer skills with experience using software applications including word processing, browsers, and email
Member service focus
Ability to drive vehicles equipped with manual transmission
Knowledge of equipment/tool operation and diagnostic/repair procedures
Maintains 100% productivity as measured by dividing hours worked by labor hours flagged
Education & Experience/ Licenses & Certifications
High School diploma or equivalent certification (GED)
Valid driver license and acceptable driving record
At least two years experience as an automobile technician or mechanic
ASE Certifications are a plus

Work Environment/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and or carry up to 50lbs
Standing, bending, kneeling, pushing, reaching, lifting, climbing ladders
Exposure to loud noises
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