Automotive Technician - Ford-Lincoln Apprenticeship - Ford - Lincoln Veteran Careers Program

The Ford-Lincoln Technician Careers Program is designed to promote the hiring of technicians with 3 or more years of professional automotive experience. Selection for the program is highly competitive in keeping with the tradition of professionalism found in the Ford-Lincoln brand. The primary goal of this initiative is to recruit and train candidates to become brand-certified Ford-Lincoln Automotive Service Technicians. Candidates must meet the requisite qualifications, experience and capability requirements, and be willing to attend a Four-week long in-resident instruction and certification course upon hiring. 

Pay: $40,000-$60,000 Annually (starting salary will depend on experience, education, location, and other factors).

Responsibilities of the Automotive Technician:

The Ford-Lincoln Automotive Service Technician core job description (After formal training & OJT):

• Performing assigned work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Diagnosing the cause of malfunctions and performing repairs, if authorized by Service Consultants (for customers).
• Coordinating with the Parts Department to ensure the availability of parts.
• Saving and tagging parts if under warranty or requested by Service Consultants (for customers).
• Examining the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Notifying Service Consultants if additional work is needed or if repairs/work cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Documenting work performed as directed by Service Consultants.
• Road testing vehicles to ensure the quality of repair and ensuring vehicles remain clean.
• Keeping abreast of factory technical bulletins and attending factory-sponsored training classes.
• Keeping the shop area neat and clean and remaining accountable for all tools used.
• Understanding and complying with federal, state, and local regulations, such as safety requirements, hazardous waste disposal, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other policies, procedures, and programs as required.
• Wear appropriate PPE, including safety glasses. Maintaining safety awareness at all times.  
• The Service Technician must work closely with others or independently if needed.
• Dealership uniforms are required.

Qualifications, Experience and Capability Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of experience working as a Technician in an automotive service department. 
• Valid driver's license and a clear driving record
• Ability to pass the following pre-employment screening requirements  (drug screening, Motor Vehicle record report and a background investigation)
• Be able to provide a minimum of three good work references, with current contact information.

 Must be able to:

• Operate power and hand tools and other types of machinery safely.
• Drive a manual transmission (for road tests).
• Read and comprehend technical instruction.
• Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and operate hoist and test equipment.
• Sit, bend, stoop and/or stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours or more)and kneel, crawl, bend, reach, push, pull and maneuver in a shop environment safely and as needed.
• While most shops have a controlled climate and are well ventilated, must be able to work in an environment that may have exposure to: Petroleum products, dust, hot or cold temperatures, loud noises, strong odors (exhaust fumes) and assorted other distractors.
• Manual dexterity in both hands and the ability to manipulate small objects.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with the public.
• Must be willing to complete mandated online training, as assigned during initial interview and screening process.
• Must be willing to accept a minimum 24 month employment obligation upon hiring.

For additional information Contact:

John Kortz

US Army (RET)

Field Recruiter

Industry Management Services

CALIBRE

john.kortz@calibresys.com