Minimum years of relevant experience needed to perform the job:
5-7 years Automotive background & technical experience.
Schedule:
· Monday – Friday
· 9-hour days/45-hour week
· Occasional Saturday
· Occasional Overtime
· Frequent Domestic Travel (20% of year)
· Infrequent International (Germany) Travel.
Role Summary:
· Ensure perfect Press fleet vehicle condition with latest technical improvements applied
· Support Press events and auto shows as needed, working with Manufacturer’s Press technical team
· Perform the full range of automotive maintenance and repair on Press fleet vehicles
Role Responsibilities:
· Ensure perfect technical condition of Press fleet vehicles for loan to automotive press (e.g. car magazines)
· Perform PDI (Perfect Delivery Inspection) on vehicles when they are received into the Press fleet
· Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before “buff books” and lifestyle publication loans
· Document all modifications, repairs and complaints against each Press fleet vehicle
· Perform vehicle road test drives to identify and repair vehicles deficiencies
· Order replacement parts when needed
· Ensure all relevant TSB and Campaigns are performed to Press fleet vehicles
· Coordinate spare parts and organize the return of defective parts to Manufacturer for analysis
· Support PR vehicle launch technical activities including press event and auto shows with press demonstration vehicles
· Work closely with Product Support team on vehicle technical issues identified
· Maintain technical proficiency by attending relevant Manufacturer’s training
Qualifications:
Desired:
· German language skills
· Audi or ASE certified technician
Required:
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· Automotive vocational technical training
· Dealership product training
· Certificate in Automotive Technology or equivalent work experience
· Valid driver’s license with good DMV record
Skills:
· Plan and organizes
· Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative and strategic
· Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written
· Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
· Integration – joining people, processes or systems
· Influencing and negotiation skills
· Problem solving
· Resource management
Physical Requirements:
· Often driving a motor vehicle, incl. performance class, special training required
· Commonly sit at a desk or table
· Frequent walk, stand, or stoop.
· Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
401(k)401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shiftMonday to FridayOvertimeWeekends as needed
Application Question(s):
Have you had any moving violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Automotive repair: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
