What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Technician position at Sterling Automotive Group?
Sterling Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Opelousas, LA is seeking experienced Automotive Technicians who take pride in serving Acadiana and being a part of a successful family-owned and operated business!
As an Automotive Technician, you are responsible for performing the diagnosis and repair of customer and dealership vehicles. By maintaining technical competence and producing the highest quality of service work, you will be an integral part of helping the dealership to retain its customers and continue to grow.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair customer and dealership vehicles
- Work with Service Advisors to discuss findings
- Provide estimates of time for repair and request needed parts
- Install equipment, systems, and vehicle components
- Record diagnostic findings, safety concerns, and maintenance recommendations
- Ongoing requirement to complete any mandatory certifications and training provided by the dealership and stay up to date with new technology
- Must follow all dealership and industry standard safety policies and procedures
Qualifications & Job Requirements:
- Two or more years of experience as an Automotive Technician is required
- Must be coachable, have strong communication skills, and be able to work well with others as well as independently
- Must be willing to submit to pre-employment background check & drug screen, have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, and be at least 21 years of age or have 3 full years of driving record
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays
Why Choose Sterling?
Our mission is to attract, develop, and retain great people to deliver a memorable experience that creates lasting relationships, one customer at a time.
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance - 401(k) with employer matching - Company-paid Life Insurance - Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
- Financial Security: Commission-based pay in a highly productive shop
- A little lagniappe: Employee vehicle pricing and discounts on products & services – Long-term job security with a growing company – Referral bonus programs – Family-owned and operated - Career Progression with paid ongoing training – Professional work environment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.