Automotive Technician Wanted Ad

Kleemann Service Center in Norwich, Connecticut is expanding rapidly and we are looking to hire an Automotive Technician to join our team. You should have demonstrated experience as an auto mechanic on cars and light trucks, Minimum 5 years experience preferred. Diesel experience is a plus but not required. Ideal candidate will be a motivated team player with a positive attitude! You will be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing customer vehicles.

Automotive Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repair on customers' vehicles.
• Identify problems with vehicles using diagnostic equipment.
• Explain automotive repairs and issues and provide great customer service.
• Plan repair procedures using charts, manuals and experience.
• Test the functionality of parts and systems
• Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks, and tire rotation.
• Repair and replace brake pads, wheel bearings, sensors and other parts.
• Perform routine maintenance and general mechanic work on vehicles.
• Prepared to get additional certification as needed.
• Willingness to learn with hands-on training.
• Help keep our repair shop clean and organized.
• Keep a professional appearance.

Automotive Technician Requirements:

• Automotive and engine repair experience or auto mechanic training required.
• ASE certifications required.
• Hold a valid drivers license.
• Graduated from an associate degree program in auto maintenance and repair.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and provide friendly customer service.
• Must read, interpret and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records.
• Perform routine maintenance and other tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• May lift objects that weigh as much as 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prepared to do on-the-job training.
• Understanding of automotive air-conditioning systems.
• Ability to use the diagnostic equipment.
• Experience as a diesel mechanic and diesel engine knowledge is prefered.
• Good hand-eye coordination.