Entry-Level Commercial Mechanic

Job Title: Entry-Level Commercial Mechanic

Colony Tire is currently seeking a full-time Entry-Level Commercial Mechanic to join our team in Raleigh, NC! The ideal candidate is eager to learn, mechanically inclined, and ready to develop skills in diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Full benefit package offered including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), participation in our 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid holidays, vacation time, company paid life insurance, and short-term disability.

Summary:

Employee will be required to perform tire and auto-related services, as well as other duties assigned by the manager.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities; include, but not limited to:

• Assist experienced mechanics with vehicle inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance.
• Learn how to use automotive tools and equipment properly and safely.
• Perform basic services such as oil changes, suspension repairs, brake repairs, battery replacements, and tire replacement/rotations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety guidelines and shop procedures.
• Attend training sessions and stay up to date on automotive technology.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Interest in the automotive industry and willingness to learn.
• Basic knowledge of tools and mechanical systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Preference will be given to those with some experience or trade school/technical degree, particularly with commercial vehicles.

Work Styles:

• Attention to Detail- Job requires close attention to detail and thorough in completing assigned tasks
• Dependability- Job requires being reliable and responsible, as well as fulfilling obligations
• Cooperation- Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude
• Independence- Job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done
• Integrity- Job requires treating people with respect, keeping commitments, working ethically and upholding organizational values.
• Stress Tolerance- Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The environment may or may not be air conditioned/heated seasonally. Employees frequently work with dirty and greasy parts and in awkward positions. The employee must regularly lift up to 100 pounds, frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific visions abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. As a result, minor workplace injuries are not uncommon, but employees usually can avoid serious accidents if safe practices are observed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colony Tire Corporation / Atlantic Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA federal contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

As a federal contractor, Colony Tire Corporation / Atlantic Tire Distributors takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

We also prohibit harassment of any kind and are committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace.

View the “EEO is the Law” poster here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf"