General Service Technician

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Telle Tire & Auto Service Inc

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Overland Park, Kansas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform express automotive services including tire installation, oil changes, and vehicle inspections. Support shop operations through parts handling, vehicle transport, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess basic mechanical skills for automotive maintenance and repair. You are reliable, a team player with effective communication abilities, and capable of operating automotive service tools. Experience with tire services, oil changes, and vehicle inspections is preferred, along with basic computer literacy.

Must Have Skills for ATS

ASE Certifications

Missouri State Vehicle Inspector License

tire installation

balancing

oil changes

battery installation

wiper replacement

headlight replacement

digital vehicle inspections

automotive service tools

computer literacy

Job Description

The General Service Technician is responsible for supporting the maintenance, inspection, and minor repair of vehicles in a fast-paced automotive environment. This position plays a vital role in ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction by assisting with tire services, oil changes, vehicle inspections, parts handling, and general shop support. The technician will also be expected to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform express services such as tire installation and balancing, oil and fluid changes, battery installation, and wiper/headlight replacement.
  • Complete Missouri State Vehicle Inspections and warranty checks.
  • Conduct digital vehicle inspections, documenting notes and photos for service records.
  • Transport customer vehicles to and from sublet shops and shuttle customers as needed.
  • Pick up and deliver parts from local warehouses and vendors.
  • Maintain proper inventory levels, organize stockrooms, and report supply needs.
  • Assist other technicians with repair tasks and diagnostics.
  • Keep workstations and shared shop areas clean and organized.
  • Attend team meetings and participate in on-the-job and formal training sessions.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety standards and company policies.
  • Produce accurate, legible documentation of services performed.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

  • Entry-level. Six (6) months of relevant automotive experience preferred but not required.

Licenses and Certifications (Preferred but not required):

  • Missouri State Vehicle Inspector’s License.
  • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications.
  • Valid Driver’s License

 Skills and Competencies:

  • Basic mechanical and maintenance skills.
  • Ability to operate common automotive service tools and equipment.
  • Strong work ethic and reliability.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the company.
  • Basic computer literacy.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 75 lbs consistently, and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and squatting.
  • Manual dexterity and power grip strength.

Other:

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Ability to mount, balance, and install tires within 45 minutes.

Work Environment:

  • Fast-paced automotive shop environment.
  • Exposure to vehicle noise, fumes, and chemicals.
  • Required to wear protective equipment as necessary.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Telle Tire & Auto Service Inc

Telle Tire & Auto Centers started as a single location in Richmond Heights Missouri and operated that way for 69 years. Today, Telle Tire has 20 locations and growing throughout the state of Missouri which include St. Louis, Kansas City, Jefferson City, and Springfield MO. Telle Tire is a full automotive repair facility doing everything from oil changes, brakes, to engine overhauls and of course tires. Telle Tire is steadfast in its approach of providing exceptional customer service and understands the foundation of creating special experiences for our customers starts with creating opportunities for our associates. As we celebrate 80 years in 2022 we remain focused on building customer relationships and providing opportunities for our associates to grow.
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