Automotive Technician

Below is the bulk of the Job Description for Automotive Technician. At Firestone we are looking for dedicated and hardworking individuals who value honesty and growth. Some Benefits Include: Day 1 Medical Coverage. Flexible Schedules. Great Discounts. 401k. and much more. Customer and Vehicle Service (85%): Personally road tests automobiles (both before and after service work is performed).

Performs inspections on assigned vehicles following BSRO procedures (according to M.A.P. Guidelines) to reports findings to service management. Adequately explains mechanical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include teammates and Bosses on an as-required basis. Performs tasks for which they are qualified in one or more of the following areas: brakes, electrical, engine performance, engine repair, heating/air conditioning, suspension/steering, automatic transmissions/transaxles and manual drivetrains and axles.

Keeps store management aware of service area mechanical repair problems as they occur. Performs other duties as assigned or as required for the orderly management of the store, such as: removing mounting and/or installing tires, shock absorbers, batteries and other automotive supplies and services; loading and unloading trucks requiring the movement of items weighting up to 100 lbs.

Drives Boss or company vehicles to drop off and pick-up Bosses or automotive parts. Practices proficiency in the application of BSRO methods, standards and procedures. Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay or become proficient in automotive diagnosis and repair.

Maintains A.S.E. certification(s). BSRO certifications completed and current. Follows all BSRO applicable BSRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Policies.