Company Overview

Charlie's Family of Dealerships is a proud family-owned business that has been serving the community since 1986. With over 300 employees and eight franchise locations, including brands like Jeep, Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Subaru, Kia, Mitsubishi, and Chevrolet, we are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service and fostering strong community relationships.

Overview

We are seeking a passionate, skilled Chrysler/Jeep Auto Technician Mechanic specializing in Jeep vehicles to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will perform comprehensive repairs and maintenance on a variety of vehicles to ensure optimal performance and safety. Your expertise will help deliver top-tier service to our valued customers while advancing your career in automotive technology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, and electrical components using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Conduct inspections on vehicle engines, powertrain components, and electronic systems to identify issues accurately.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, alignments, and fluid replacements to keep vehicles in peak condition.
• Utilize schematics and wiring diagrams to troubleshoot complex electrical and electronic problems effectively.
• Repair or replace Jeep engines and other heavy-duty components with precision and adherence to safety standards.
• Interpret automotive diagnostic codes and utilize diagnostic software to pinpoint issues swiftly.
• Maintain detailed service records and communicate findings clearly to customers regarding necessary repairs or maintenance.

Skills

• Proven dealership experience with a strong background in automotive repair and diagnostics.
• Expertise in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), automotive wiring diagram interpretation, and electronic system troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with automotive diagnostic tools and power tools for mechanical repair tasks.
• Solid knowledge of engine repair techniques for both gasoline and diesel engines, including heavy lifting procedures.
• Ability to read schematics accurately and interpret automotive electrical systems effectively.
• Experience with vehicle alignment, welding, auto body repair, and GM vehicle service is a plus.
• Excellent mechanical knowledge combined with customer service skills to ensure a positive experience for clients.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High school diploma or equivalent. Some technical training.

REASONING ABILITY 

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

State Vehicle Inspector Certification

Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.