Auto Technician (union journeyman)

Tired of the heat? Long lines in parts? Tired of waiting for diagnostic equipment?

Come join us!!  Bredemann Ford is seeking a Journeyman Technicians to add to our team due to a recent retirement.

We have state of the art equipment and everyone is also provided a laptop and VCM diagnostic tool.

AIR CONDITIONED SHOP! Top pay Union shop! No Saturdays!!

***Healthcare Benefits are INCLUDED with no paycheck deductions.  Plan is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois 

***Free Pension INCLUDED

***NO SATURDAYS

***Paid training

***Uniforms provided 

WE OFFER:

• Full-time technicians get free medical insurance with BlueCross BlueShield - no payroll deductions!


• Free pension - no contributions required


• Overtime pay opportunities available


• 701 Union shop!


• Paid holidays


• Paid vacation


• Employee Discounts


• Weekly payroll and direct deposit


• Stable work environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience working at a dealership is preferred.


• Ford/Lincoln experience a plus.


• ASE Certifications are preferred but not required.


• Communication skills – communicates effectively with others.


• Time management 


• Typing – ability to type efficiently in order to enter repair orders.


• Personal and professional integrity.


• MUST be able to pass a criminal background check before starting.


• MUST have a valid Illinois Drivers License.

• Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.


• Diagnose cause of malfunction and perform repair.


• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.


• Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.


• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.


• Notify service advisor immediately if additional work outlined is not needed or required and/ if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.


• Document work in a timely fashion.


• Road-test vehicles when required


• Attend factory-sponsored training classes, keep abreast of factory technical bulletins


• Keep shop area neat, clean, and be able to account for all dealership-owned tools at all times.


• Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.


• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.

Bredemann Ford is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.