Automotive Technician

Description :

Zolmans Best One Tire & Service Seeking a full-time General Automotive Service Technician

Locally owned and operated, Zolman Tire, Inc. has serviced the automotive, light truck and commercial repair, tire, and wheel needs of customers throughout the Mishawaka, IN area since 1978. Over the years we have expanded into nine retail locations in Mishawaka, IN, Granger, IN, South Bend, IN, Niles, MI, Portage, MI, and Kalamazoo, MI and five commercial fleet locations in Mishawaka, IN, South Bend, IN, Galesburg, MI, Benton Harbor, MI, and Jackson, MI.

We are seeking qualified General Automotive Service Technicians for our West Kalamazoo, MI location who value safety and teamwork. Techs will be responsible for tire installation, and tire maintenance including repairs, mounting and rotations. This position will also conduct exchange of system fluids, such as : oil, antifreeze, transmission, and power steering. Hours requirements are 8a-5p M-F, with willingness to work overtime as needed. If you are enthusiastic about the commercial tire and repair industry, reliable, and have a positive attitude please apply!

We offer a full benefit package including weekly pay, employee discounts, medical, dental, vision, 401K / Match, group life insurance, company paid short term disability and life insurance, paid holidays off, paid time off, free and confidential employee assistance program, paid training, employee uniforms, TIA training opportunities, company picnics / events, branded attire, opportunity for growth, and more!

Essential Functions :

Remove, install, rotate, balance, and perform flat repairs (per TIA guidelines)

Reset TPMS when needed

Inspect tread depth, air pressure, and carcass for defects, for every tire that comes through, and recommend corrective action

Inspect vehicles using inspection forms and report potential repairs to supervisor

Perform basic maintenance and repair, including oil changes, chassis lubrication, filter and fluid inspection and replacement, and other light mechanical items and repairs

Raise and lower vehicles safely, with hydraulic or floor jacks

Safely operate all shop machinery, including but not limited to : rim clamp machine, balancer, floor jacks or lifts, air powered tools, torque wrench and / or torque sticks, and parts washer

Read work orders thoroughly and perform all listed tasks

Work closely with management and service advisors to educate customers on diagnoses and provide excellent service

Perform general housekeeping duties

Help to load / unload delivery trucks

Each morning, set up tire racks, signs and other displays; store them neatly at the end of the day

Perform other duties as assigned

Zolman Tire, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category

Industry specific and Covid-19 PPE are available to all floor and production staff. We promote a safe work environment and follow all protocols to insure a positive, productive and healthy work experience.

Requirements :

Position Qualifications :

Accountability Ability to accept responsibility and account for his / her actions.

Analytical Skills Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem

Communication, Oral Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word

Communication, Written Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely

Customer-Oriented Ability to take care of the customers needs while following company procedures

Delegating Responsibility Ability to allocate authority and / or task responsibility to appropriate people.

Friendly Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor to others

Honesty / Integrity Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace

Motivation Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and / or perform to the best of their ability

Problem-Solving Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

Resource Management (People & Equipment) Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel

Safety Awareness Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Team Builder Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.

Working under Pressure Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Exhibit our Vision, Mission and Core Values :

Vision : The leading and most trusted provider of tires and services in all our geographic markets.

Mission : Creating raving fans

Core Values :

o Live with integrity, character & passion

o Commit to the pursuit of perfection

o Possess a servants attitude

o Accept the urgency of accountability and the necessity of change

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Lifting : Frequent lifting over 50 pounds from ground to chest high.

Squatting, bending, and twisting : occasional

Standing for extended periods of time

Read ticket and perform work listed; write confirmation and recommendation

Environment : Work in environment that is not climate controlled. Temperatures range from extremely hot to extremely cold, depending on the season

Vision (Near, distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

Sense of sound (Ringing telephones, alarms, horns and motorized equipment)

PPE : Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, gloves, footwear)

Skills & Abilities : Experience :

1-2 years of General Auto Service experience

Certifications / Licenses :

Valid drivers license; driving record must meet companys insurance requirements

TIA 200 level certification (company can provide)

Ongoing training is required per companys standards

Equipment :

Able to operate all diagnostics equipment

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