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Automotive Entry Level Technician
Company: Apple Ford Pro Elite
Compensation: $20-$35
Are you looking for a company that Supports You and Your Family, Encourages You to Make a Difference, and helps you Champion Your Lifelong Journey? Then you need to look at Apple Autos.
Apple Autos is a 6-brand, 7 location automotive company founded on the belief that people come before profit. Our Vision is to be Famous for Extraordinary Customer Experiences with People who are Empowered to Create Growth and Loyalty for a Lifetime.
Kickstart your career with one of Minnesota’s top Ford Pro Elite dealerships!
Apple Ford in Lakeville is looking for motivated Heavy-Duty/Heavy-Line Technician candidates ready to launch their careers in a high-tech, fast-growing service environment.
What Sets Us Apart
• Top-Tier Ford Training & Certifications
Ongoing factory training to help you advance your skills and grow your career.
• Brand-New, State-of-the-Art, Air-Conditioned Facility
Modern shop layout with built-in toolboxes at every workstation, air‑conditioned shop for year‑round comfort, advanced diagnostic equipment, and a clean, efficient work environment.
• Advanced Diagnostic Tools & Technology
Work with the latest Ford tools and systems to diagnose and repair vehicles the right way.
• Mentorship from Master & Senior Master Technicians
Learn directly from some of the best in the industry through hands-on guidance and real career development.
• Full-Time Positions with Competitive Pay
Consistent work, strong earning potential, and long-term career stability.
• Supportive, Team-Focused Culture
We believe great shops are built on respect, teamwork, and investing in our people—within a clean, organized, and professional environment.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Technician‑focused leadership
- A dealership committed to training—not just productivity
- A place where your experience, growth, and future truly matter
Join one of Minnesota’s premier Ford Pro Elite dealerships and experience what it’s like to work in a shop built for today’s technician—and tomorrow’s career.
Giving Back:
Apple Autos has contributed over $1 million to organizations that help kids thrive, support veterans and their families, provide local grants and scholarships, and promote childhood health and wellness. When you join our team, you’re part of something bigger.
What You’ll Do
- Perform work specified on repair orders with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
- Work independently and as a team to drive maximum repair efficiency.
- Consistently and concisely detail and document repairs to ensure vehicles are fixed right the first time.
- Inspect and maintain shop equipment.
- Repair vehicle automotive systems including steering, suspension, braking, air conditioning, etc. to specification.
- Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner to service advisors.
- Inspect and test used vehicles and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
- Continue ongoing training to stay abreast of the new technology and techniques on the vehicle model lines.
- Regularly required to:
- Sit, stand and walk
- Use hands and arms to handle, feel, or reach
- Speak and hear
- Use close vision abilities
- Operate a vehicle with a valid driver’s license
- Occasionally, required to:
- Lift or move up to 50 lbs
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Noise Level: Low to moderate
What You’ll Bring
- Vocational/Technical or certification preferred.
- Hold a valid driver’s license.
- Team oriented, flexible, high energy and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Knowledge of automotive systems and repair techniques.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and repair equipment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Regularly required to:
- Sit, stand and walk
- Use hands and arms to handle, feel, or reach
- Speak and hear
- Use close vision abilities
- Operate a vehicle with a valid driver’s license
- Occasionally, required to:
- Lift or move up to 50 lbs
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Noise Level: Low to moderate
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Working Hours
- Advancement Opportunities
- Apple Autos Yearly Technician Tenure Bonus
- Professional and Respectful Work Environment
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
- Company Paid Life Insurance along with Voluntary Life and Disability
- Health Club Reimbursement
- New and Used Vehicle, Parts, and Service Discounts
- Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer Time Off
- 401k with a Company Matching Contribution
- Employee Assistance programs
Why Work for Apple Autos
- We strive to make a positive impact in our world, you will get the opportunity to give back.
- Internal promotions, we offer our employees the opportunity to internally advance.
- We encourage teamwork, positivity, and kindness.
- Learning and development programs are available.
- We empower our employees to do what is best for our customers, and other employees
- Continually giving back to our employees for all of their hard work that does not go unnoticed. We offer a variety of fun events to say thank you to our most important assets, our amazing employees.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment 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.
Salary : $20 - $35