Automotive Technician, Inspection Center

DriveTime is the nations largest chain of used car sales and finance dealerships catering to people with credit challenges. DriveTime owns and operates over 90 locations in 15 Metropolitan areas in 9 states, and is on target to meet a goal of 100 dealerships by the end of 2006.We’ve created a fun, challenging environment. Thanks to the rave reviews from our employees, we’ve won multiple ‘ Best Places to Work’ awards in addition to recognition as a ‘ Hot Growth Company’.We are currently seeking an Automotive Technician.
POSITION SUMMARY:Recondition and repair incoming inventory in preparation for delivery to dealerships. Reconditioning process includes identification of mechanical and physical problems, and completion of repairs to correct identified problems. May also work to repair vehicles with mechanical problems after they have been sold.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Move cars from the Inspection Center lot into and out of the shop safely for repair. Identify mechanical and physical defects in incoming inventory. Work with Team Lead and/or ICGM to repair or reject inventory based on estimated cost of repairs and/or the overall quality of the vehicle. Identify and complete repairs effectively and efficiently the first time, to minimize re-work and delays in production. May be required to test drive repaired vehicle to ensure that the problem has been completely fixed. Complete approved repairs to address mechanical problems identified by the customer after sale. Work as a contributing member of the Inspection Center team. Maintain positive working relationships with the Technician team and other Inspection Center employees. Conscientiously work in ways that decrease possibility of injury to yourself or other team members in the shop due to spills or other preventable hazardous conditions. Meet or exceed inventory production goals on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Complete additional technical training as available and/or required. In return for your dedication and commitment, we offer competitive salary, great bonus opportunity and an excellent benefit package:· Excellent Medical, Dental & VisionPlans
· Great training and tuition reimbursement· A culture of opportunity and promotion from within· Sunday’s off (we’re closed to give our employees valued time with friends and family)· Competitive Pay· 401K Plan with company contribution· Profit sharing (employees received $13 million 2005!)· And More!
REQUIREMENTS
Travel Percentage: 0%MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent. Vocational/Technical degree preferred, but not required. Must be 18 years of age with a minimum of 2 years automotive repair experience. ASE certifications strongly preferred. Excellent communication and listening skills. Attention to detail is required as well as the ability to interact with customers, managers and coworkers in a professional, courteous manner. Valid driver’s license, and insurable DMV required. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

If you have the entrepreneurial spirit, welcome a challenge, have high personal standards of achievement, and are extremely motivated, we have endless opportunities for you to succeed.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check to include criminal. DriveTime greatly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.