Automotive Technician - Guaranteed OEM Training (Ford-Lincoln)

Company: CALIBRE Systems, Inc.
Location: Saint Augustine
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

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. -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 availability of parts.
• Saving and tagging parts if under warranty or if 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 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, to include safety glasses. Maintaining safety awareness at all times. - -
• The Service Technician will be required to 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: -James DowdyUS Army (RET)Field RecruiterIndustry Management ServicesCALIBRECell: - 813.695.0619

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