• Job Description

  Req#: REF18310X

  Company Description

  At Audi Central Houston, we are the largest Audi dealership in the nation, standing at 7 stories tall in the heart of downtown Houston.
  As a Magna ELITE Sonic Automotive dealership, we pride ourselves in a state-of-the-art facility and a busy Service Department that never has a slow time.

  Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

  Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate):

  • $30.00 - $60.00 / hour

  Job Description

  The Automotive Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

  Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform a thorough inspection of vehicles to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
  • Carry out repairs based on the diagnosed issues, which may include engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, and HVAC system work.
  • Take vehicles on test drives to evaluate repairs, check for issues, or ensure the vehicle is functioning properly after the repairs are completed.
  • Replace or repair key components: Spark plugs, filters, brake pads, rotors, belts, and hoses.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks: Oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and alignment adjustments.
  • Examine vehicles to check for any safety concerns or additional services that need to be addressed, ensuring that all systems are working correctly for the customer’s safety.
  • Work with and notify the service advisor if additional work is unnecessary or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised timeframe.
  • Communicate effectively with the parts department to procure required parts.
  • Save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests.

  Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician.
  • Must be Audi Certified.
  • Must have previous dealership experience
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
  • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Audi Master certified
  • ASEs

  Additional Information

  Compensation (Flat-Rate: Hourly):

  • $30.00 - 60.00 / hour
    • Based on experience, certifications, and skill level
  • Tenure Bonus Program*:
    • Starting at 6 months, earn up to $3.50/hour on every flat-rate hour turned
    • Bonus increases with tenure and is paid annually

  Schedule:

  • FULL-TIME | 5 Days a Week
  • Sundays Always Off

  Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • $0 Monthly Premium for Technicians after 12 months**
  • Reduced Rates for Dependent Coverage**
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off that Increases with Tenure
  • Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
  • Employee Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service
  • Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
  • Exclusive Travel Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Rentals
  • OEM Certification & Paid Manufacturer Training Opportunities
  • Career Growth within a Fortune 500 Company

  *Tenure bonus eligibility begins after 6 months.
  **Coverage begins at hire; premium-free medical starts after 1 year of service.

  All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines

• About the company

  Sonic Automotive, Inc. is an automotive retailer. The Company operates dealers and collision repair centers in the metropolitan southeastern, midwestern, and southwestern United States. Sonic Automotive sells new and used cars and light trucks, as well as replacement parts. Sonic Automotive also provides vehicle maintenance, warranty, paint, repair, and arranges financing services.

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