Automotive Technician – Used Vehicle Reconditioning

Arlington Heights Ford is looking for an experienced, well-rounded Automotive Technician to join our Used Vehicle Reconditioning team.

This is a great opportunity for a technician who enjoys working on a variety of vehicles and different makes and models rather than doing the same work every day.

We are not necessarily looking for a Master Technician or a highly specialized transmission or diesel technician. We are looking for a dependable, productive technician with solid general mechanical skills who can inspect, diagnose and repair the types of issues commonly found when preparing used vehicles for sale.

If you’re currently a strong general service technician, automotive mechanic, used car technician, reconditioning technician, B-level technician or advanced maintenance technician and you’re ready for a busy dealership environment with consistent work, we want to talk to you.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Used Vehicle Reconditioning Technician, you’ll help get our pre-owned inventory inspected, repaired and ready for our customers.

Typical work may include:

• Used vehicle inspections and safety checks
• Oil changes and routine maintenance
• Brakes and brake system repairs
• Tires, rotations and balancing
• Batteries and starting/charging systems
• Steering and suspension repairs
• Fluid services
• Belts, hoses and filters
• Cooling system repairs
• Check-engine-light and basic diagnostic work
• Minor electrical repairs
• Light engine and mechanical repairs
• Identifying additional repairs needed during the reconditioning process
• Working on Ford vehicles as well as a wide variety of domestic, Asian and European makes

Heavy transmission, diesel or major engine work is not the primary focus of this position

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
• Vision insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
• Health insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
• Group Life and AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance - Long-term and Short-term
• Critical Illness Insurance:
• Accident Insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Training and Continuing education

Requirements:

• Has previous professional automotive repair experience
• Is comfortable working on multiple makes and models
• Has strong general mechanical knowledge
• Can accurately inspect vehicles and identify needed repairs
• Can perform maintenance and mechanical repairs efficiently
• Has basic diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting ability
• Takes pride in doing the job correctly the first time
• Is dependable, productive and works well as part of a team
• Has a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Is willing to continue learning and developing their skills

ASE certifications are a plus, but we are more interested in real-world ability, experience and work ethic than a wall full of certifications