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

Overview 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 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 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 (james.dowdy@calibresys.com) Location : LocationUS-WA-Vancouver ID 2023-19535 Category Service Technician