Be a part of one of the most important teams in the dealership - The service department! As a Drivability/Smog Check Technician you will quickly and efficiently perform routine maintenance and identify the cause of breakdowns and repair them using the most optimal solutions. The Drivability/Smog Check Technician is responsible for setting goals for personal service improvement and monitor progress against customer satisfaction index numbers and production numbers as provided by the Service Manager. As Drivability/Smog Check Technician, you must be experienced and aware of the latest automotive technologies and be a persistent problem solver.

Available Positions:

• Drivability/Smog Check Technician

Benefits:

• Family owned & operated since 1946
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive Salary
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) w/ Employer Contribution
• In House Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance for Dependents
• Employee Discounts on Sales, Service & Parts
• Shoe assistance program for Service Department

Drivability/Smog Check Technician Benefits:

• Private indoor diesel shop
• Four lifts/bays with outdoor heavy duty four post rack
• Ford Specialized tools
• Heated parts washer
• On site parking
• Discounts on products and services
• Highly productive shop
• Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
• Continued education, manufacturer hands on and web-based training
• Clean and professional work environment
• Competitive wages

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Family owned & operated since 1946
• Flexible Schedules
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) w/ Employer Contribution
• In House Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance for Dependents
• Employee Discounts on Sales, Service & Parts
• Shoe assistance program for Service Department

Salary Rage: $42,000 - $162,800 annually

Responsibilities:

• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications
• Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment
• Keep shop area neat and clean
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts
• Inspect vehicle fluid levels and replace or replenish as necessary
• Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Check tire pressure and add air if needed
• Perform Multi-Point inspections on new and pre-owned vehicles
• Maintain accountability for all dealership-owned tools and manuals
• Drain oil from crankcase and refill with required amount of oil; replace oil and air filters
• Communicate directly with the Service Advisor so that customers are well-informed of any additional services needed
• Provide an estimate of time needed for additional repairs
• Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Service Technician experience, preferred
• Ford Certified preferred
• ASE Certification preferred
• A-level qualifications, including Diagnostic, Electrical and Engine Repair
• Broad knowledge of new vehicle technologies
• Ambitious, hardworking presence in a team environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Basic computer skills
• Positive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentality
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively
• Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures and specifications
• Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

About Us:

The Tuttle-Click Automotive Group has been serving the Southern California community since 1946. Today, there are six Tuttle-Click locations in California (Irvine, Tustin, and San Juan Capistrano) and nine more in Tucson and Green Valley, Arizona. Our goal is to assist customers with their automotive needs, from sales and leasing to parts and service, to finance and even collision repairs and commercial vehicles. Customer service is our number one priority therefore we setup our staff with adequate training. Because of our focus on professional development, we continually place among the top of our region or even nation, in customer satisfaction scores. If you'd like to be a part of a team that goes above and beyond, we welcome you to apply!

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. We are committed to providing a safe, drug-free work environment. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug test. Interested candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.