Automotive Apprentice

Job Description

Job Title:

General Service Technician / Mechanic

Location:  

13770 West 135th Street, Olathe, Kansas, 66062

Job Overview:

As an Automotive Apprentice Technician at Christian Brothers Automotive, you will be provided mentorship and training to learn how to perform diagnostic and mechanical repairs under the guidance of a Master Automotive Technician. You will gain confidence, build experience, and the skills required to be a successful Automotive Technician. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work side by side with a certified Automotive Technician and will learn to repair engines, steering and suspension, automotive HVAC systems, and much more
• Build experience and skills as an automotive mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles
• Perform State Inspections
• Perform routine maintenance procedures including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid flushes, etc.
• Perform honest, clear, and complete multi-point vehicle inspections in service to our guests
• Work as part of a team to solve technical problems quickly and effectively
• You will use your skills to get vehicles ready for our customers, ensuring they are safe and reliable
• Follow and promote our high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organization
• Working together with other technicians you will solve problems, meet deadlines, and deliver great results

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• A strong motivation to learn a mechanical service career path
• Attending an Automotive Program or recent graduate preferred
• Some knowledge and experience in repairing vehicles preferred
• Shows a high level of interest, willingness to learn, and embraces new ideas
• Good communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and exemplifies a positive attitude
• A valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds
• Be able to work with tools on vehicles lifted above their head
• Work in tight spaces as dictated by the vehicle's needed repair
• Have the needed dexterity in order to efficiently use hand-tools
• Walk/stand for the majority of the workday
• Drive manual transmission vehicles
• Keeping a brisk work pace in a high-volume environment
• Efficiently navigate a computer

Additional Information

Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA) began in 1982 with the simple premise of providing precision auto repair with transparency, integrity and a philosophy of people first. All 300+ CBA locations offer a modern facility equipped with manufacture-level diagnostic equipment and the latest factory scan tools. CBA shops also offer their technicians a consistent workload, free training, full-time live technician support and access to our private Technician Assistance Center.

Thank you for viewing this opportunity! This job posting is for an opening at a Christian Brothers Automotive location that is independently owned and operated by a local licensed franchisee. Your application and any information included with it will be submitted to the franchisee for further handling. Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation ("CBAC") is a separate business entity. No CBAC employee will be involved in any decisions regarding your employment application. If you are hired for this position, you also understand and acknowledge that the local franchisee will be your employer and that CBAC will not be your employer. The local franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions related to your employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, scheduling and supervision.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Christian Brothers Automotive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Christian Brothers Automotive locations practice "At-will" employment practices.