What are the responsibilities and job description for the AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN/MECHANIC position at STEET PONTE CHEVROLET?
Company Overview
Steet Ponte Auto Group is a family-owned and locally operated auto dealership group with multiple locations across the region. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment where employees are treated like family, offering comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and open communication with management and ownership.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Automotive Technician/Mechanic to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Your expertise will help keep our customers’ vehicles and machinery running smoothly while contributing to a positive team atmosphere.
Duties
- Diagnose and repair automotive systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, electrical systems, hydraulics, and HVAC components
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance such as oil changes, tire services, alignments, and air brake inspections
- Utilize schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues
- Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, and farm machinery for repair or fabrication tasks
- Conduct welding, fabrication, and assembly work using power tools and hand tools to repair or modify equipment
- Inspect vehicles for compliance with safety standards and perform necessary repairs to meet regulations
- Maintain detailed service records and communicate effectively with customers about repair needs
Experience
- Proven experience as an automotive technician or mechanic with dealership or similar environment preferred
- Strong mechanical knowledge of vehicle systems including diesel engines, transmissions, shocks & struts, suspension components, and electrical systems
- Hands-on experience with heavy equipment operation such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, or farm machinery is highly desirable
- Familiarity with schematics, diagnostics tools, welding techniques, and equipment maintenance procedures
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to clients
- Certification in automotive diagnostics or heavy equipment mechanics is a plus
Join our team to work in a vibrant environment where your skills make a real impact! We value your expertise in vehicle maintenance and heavy equipment repair while supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities. If you’re passionate about automotive technology and ready to take on diverse challenges—apply today!
Pay: $16.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $30