LKQ

Automotive Technician


PayCompetitive
LocationJackson/Mississippi
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 5001054999606

      Requisition Number

      52741

      Location

      Home Mississippi-HMMS

      Job Description

      Attention Automotive Technicians!

      Are you the problem solver at work? Are you looking for new challenges? Or maybe the next level in your career? Want to earn industry top pay? Want to have weekends off?

      Elitek Vehicle Services, an LKQ company, may be your answer.

      Elitek, an LKQ Company, is at the forefront of getting drivers back on the road faster. Our experienced field technicians, combined with cutting-edge remote automotive diagnostic technologies, empower efficient automotive repairs adding value to our automotive repair customers.

      We are the leading vehicle diagnostics, calibration, electronics, and mechanical sublet service provider in the industry. Servicing thousands of repair facilities and customers and growing throughout the United States, customer service and technical expertise are our top priorities.

      Our unique sublet services performing electronic and mechanical repairs and programming make us the go-to partner for many mechanical and collision repair shops' needs. This is an exciting career opportunity for those passionate technicians looking to grow in their field or feel they have reached the top in their industry and want to see what is next in earnings potential and independence within the automotive service industry.

      APPLY TODAY at www.lkqcorp.com/careers

      To learn more about Elitek Vehicle Services, visit www.elitekauto.com

      Job Summary:

      This position performs electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic procedures on most vehicle makes and models . Responsible for delivering high levels of customer service and growing market share to expand customer base.

      Essential Job Duties:

      • Assist service managers and estimators in providing documentation for any mechanical or electronic repairs services needed.
      • Drives a Company vehicle in a safe, courteous, and responsible manner avoiding traffic violations and accidents.
      • Perform bumper to bumper mechanical and electrical repairs, including OEM software programing, ADAS calibrations and diagnostics.
      • Develop relationships with new customers and provide a high level of service to existing customers to maintain customer relationships.
      • Assumes other duties as assigned.

      Position Type

      Full-time

      Requirements

      Basic Qualifications:

      Education & Experience:

      • High school diploma and relevant certification.
      • 5+ years of automotive repair experience.
      • Possess a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
      • Must qualify for corporate insurance programs, including vehicle insurance.
      • Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
      • Must be at least 21 years of age.

      Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

      • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
      • Ability to develop relationships with new customers to increase market share.
      • Proficient use of a variety of automotive services and diagnostic equipment.
      • Possess and display a strong and healthy work ethic.
      • Must have strong time management skills and be detailed-oriented.

      Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

      • The employee must occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
      • Work in a shop environment including heat and loud noise.
      • Requires sitting for relatively long periods of time, while driving.
      • The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and/or extreme heat.
      • Should be able to tolerate high and low temperature levels and occasional climate driving conditions.

      Benefits:

      • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans
      • No Saturday Work! Working Days are Monday - Friday.
      • Up to 3 weeks Paid Time Off & 8 Paid Holidays
      • 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Match
      • Company equipped Vehicle, Toll Tag, and Expense card.
      • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
      • Paid Parental Leave
      • Tuition reimbursement
      • Provided Laptop, Phone, and internet hotspot.
      • A variety of service-related mechanical equipment.
      • Generic and Manufacturer specific dealer software and hardware.

      Position Type

      Full-time

  • About the company

      Drive Forward Back in 1998, the world saw a fragmented recycled parts industry. Our founders, however, saw an opportunity — To provide quality, high-value alternatives for the automotive replacement parts marketplace. Since then, LKQ has not stopped dr...

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