Lead Automotive Technician (Mobile)

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We are seeking a Lead Technician here at Elitek, an LKQ Company, who is at the forefront of getting drivers back on the road faster. Our experienced field technicians, combined with cutting-edge remote automotive diagnostic technologies, empower efficient automotive repairs adding value to our automotive repair customers.

We are the leading vehicle diagnostics, calibration, electronics, and mechanical sublet service provider in the industry. Servicing thousands of repair facilities and customers and growing throughout the United States, customer service and technical expertise are our top priorities.

Our unique sublet services performing electronic and mechanical repairs and programming make us the go-to partner for many mechanical and collision repair shops' needs. This is an exciting career opportunity for those passionate technicians looking to grow in their field or feel they have reached the top in their industry and want to see what is next in earnings potential and independence within the automotive service industry.

To learn more about Elitek Vehicle Services, visit www.elitekauto.com

Compensation

$85,000 - $100,000 annually (depending on experience)

Essential Job Duties

• Assist service managers and estimators in providing documentation for any mechanical or electronic repairs services needed.
• Perform bumper-to-bumper mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships using our company Core Values and Brand Promise.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians.
• Provide technical support to assigned technicians.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead the work of others who perform essentially the same work. May set priorities, schedule and review work, but have no responsibility to hire, terminate, review performance and/or make pay decisions.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 5+ years of automotive repair experience.

Preferred Requirements  

• No Preferred Requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. Ability to create, maintain, and incorporate functions into Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, databases, and PowerPoint presentations to support business objectives.
• Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others, and make presentations to department or middle management.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
• Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
• Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.
• No additional competencies required.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time.
• The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans
• No Saturday Work! Working Days are Monday - Friday.
• Up to 3 weeks Paid Time Off & 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Match
• Company equipped Vehicle, Toll Tag, and Expense card.
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Provi