What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Technician position at BMW of Sudbury?
Herb Chambers BMW of Sudbury is looking for experienced technicians, entry level technicians and automotive students currently enrolled in programs.
Above industry starting rates based on experience.
Full-time position with a full benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, sick time and vacation. Employee discounts as well as a state-of-the-art, modern facility to work in.
Job Purpose:
Maintains equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.
Duties:
- Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
- Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
- Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
- Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
- Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
- Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
- Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
- Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
*Must have a valid Driver’s License and own transportation
*Must be available weekends
Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge
Recommended Skills
- Replace Damaged Component
- Change Oil
- Repair Suspension
- Utilize Painting Technique
- Perform Automotive Maintenance
- Use Diagnostic Tool