Automotive Technician - Ford

Automotive Technician REPORTS TO: Service Manager POSITION TYPE: Full-time POSITION SUMMARY: Technicians are responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy
• Communicate effectively with service advisor regarding the status and any changes to repair order
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required
• Perform all repairs according to repair order with efficiency and accuracy
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair
• Establish a finished product which adheres to factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts
• Maintaining work area in a clean and orderly manner
• Operate all equipment in service area in a safe manner
• Documents all work performed as soon as the job is completed
• Uses basic mathematical skills
• Understands and follows federal, state and local regulations such as the disposal of hazardous wastes
• Committed to continuing education OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ▪Relating positively and courteously with diverse groups of people (customers, visitors, and staff) ▪All other duties as assigned ▪Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: ▪Ability to stand for six to nine hours per shift ▪Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and stretch ▪Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds ▪Ability to work in a shop which may experience, but is not limited to conditions such as: varying temperatures, noise, dust, fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials ▪Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends