GST job

Location

Bear, DE | United States

Job description

at Pep Boys in Bear, Delaware, United States

Position Summary
The General Service Technician must have a mechanical aptitude and is able to perform basic automotive services including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle inspections and other less technical services while delivering an excellent customer experience. Responsible also to maintain clean and safe work areas in the tire and service department. The General Service Technician may be required to provide advice to and sell customers on automotive services and repairs that are recommended or required for their vehicle.
Duties & Responsibilities
Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling and electrical
Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology
Change engine oil and filter
Install and perform tire maintenance
Install batteries and check starting / charging systems
Install headlights and other small bulbs
Repair flat tires
Install wiper blades
Stock and unload tires
Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities
Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur
Clean and maintain an organized and neat shop
Adhere to all company policy, procedure, safety and environmental rules
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A valid driver's license
Passion for career as a Technician in the automotive industry
Eager to learn and competitive drive to succeed
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
Successful completion of pre-employment background check

Physical Demands/Work Environment
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.
The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands
Extensive standing, walking, pushing and reaching.
Need full range of motion for reaching, bending and stooping.
Repetitive movement of hands, arms, legs.
May drive a vehicle if needed.
Lifting of heavy equipment >100 pounds is required.
May work outside and be exposed to weather.
Exposure to adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt and dust.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pep Boys is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, sex, age, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or inclusion in any other category protected by law.

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