Smithwest Service Center in St. James, NY is looking to hire a full-time Experienced Automotive Technician - Auto Mechanic to complete car maintenance and repair jobs. Do you love fixing automobiles? Would you like to work in a busy, successful shop that's been a fixture in the community for generations? Are you ready to be appreciated by a company that treats you with respect and rewards your skills? If so, please read on!This position earns a competitive wage of $1,500 - $1800 per week (depending on experience). We have amazing medical, dental & vision benefits, Paid Vacation, 401-K Safe Harbor & Pension Retirement Plans.ABOUT SMITHWEST SERVICE CENTER INC.Founded in 1971, Smithwest Service Center has always focused on building strong customer relationships. Our commitment to quality workmanship, fair prices, and friendly service has made us the go-to choice for generations of Long Island residents. Year after year, we've kept up with the latest innovations in the auto repair industry, investing in state-of-the-art equipment and tools. We proudly service all makes and models of foreign and domestic automobiles, and we offer AAA warranties to back up our work.How has Smithwest Service Center managed to stay open for over 50 years? The secret isn't much of a secret at all: it's because we have the best team of technicians and support staff around! We hire talented, hardworking people who pull together as a tight-knit team, and we couldn't succeed without them. To show our appreciation, we offer our employees fantastic benefits, steady work, and a safe and supportive environment. We hope you'll join our team!A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - AUTO MECHANICAs an Experienced Automotive Technician - Auto Mechanic, you perform essential automobile maintenance and to repairs to get our customers back on the road. From routine tasks like transmission flushes and brake replacements to complicated electrical or engine repairs, you competently service foreign and domestic automobiles in our high-volume shop. Your excellent analytical skills serve you well as you troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix performance issues.Relying on your experience and knowledge, you treat each car with care as you follow work orders. You love having access to state-of-the-art equipment as you service cars in our clean, well-equipped shop. With safety as your top priority, you always double-check your work to make sure cars are ready to roll. Attentive to detail, you promptly complete paperwork and submit accurate documentation. You take pride in doing each job right, and you're pleased that you're well-compensated for your skills!QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - AUTO MECHANIC
6 days a week
High school diploma OR Trade School Equivalent
3-5+ years of experience as a mechanic/Technician working in an actual Dealership or Independent Repair shop
3-5+ years of experience repairing brakes, electrical systems, and/or engines
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN TOOLS!
Clean valid driver's license (NO DRIVING VIOLATIONS)
Inspection License is a Solid Plus Not A Must (After 180 Days of employment we will pay for your NYS Inspection License)
One or More ASE certification is preferred but not required. Certification as a Motor Vehicle Inspector in New York would be an asset. The expertise to work on big tow trucks would be a plus! Do you take pride in the quality of your work? Are you dependable and self-motivated? Do you have excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN/ AUTO MECHANICThis position has a typical schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm.ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you feel that you would be right for this job servicing automobiles, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!Job Posted by ApplicantPro