The posting
No formal education necessary! No experience necessary!!
PAID Apprenticeship!
Why pay thousands in tuition to sit in a lecture hall when you can get paid to become an expert? Modern vehicles are advanced machines packed with sensors, cameras, and computers. We are looking for our next Apprentice Technician to join our funded career track. If you have the drive, we provide the blueprint, the mentors, and the paycheck to transform you into a high-earning specialist.
Automotive technicians enjoy the feeling of accomplishment in returning a repaired vehicle to its owner.
Virtually every system on today’s vehicles is electronically controlled by computers, and auto techs are highly skilled individuals possessing knowledge and abilities critical to keeping our world in motion.
There is a high demand for well-trained technicians -- are you one of these rare people?
Are you looking for a career that will ALWAYS be relevant? Apply for your spot in this program today!
WHAT YOU GET FROM US:
As a Minot Automotive Company Technician Apprentice, you receive PAID training in areas such as fundamentals of electrical, electronic control systems, engine repair, automatic transmission, driveline, chassis, electrical and body systems, A/C, heating and diesel.
Advance at your own pace.
You will be valued as an individual. We value the uniqueness of every individual and believe raises shouldn't be based on the calendar. At Minot Automotive Company, we pay our employees based on their individual performance, regardless of tenure.
Be appreciated! Our leadership team engages with individuals. As a locally owned business you'll feel right at home when we welcome you into our family.
You receive paid health/dental/vision insurance. Minot Automotive Company covers the cost of insurance for every full time employee, so you can keep more of your paycheck. Our employees receive discounts on PARTS, SERVICE and VEHICLES! Family members can reap the benefits, too!
You also get additional money in your HSA, Minot Automotive Company contributes to each of its employees' health savings account.
Our employees enjoy flexibility, freedom and autonomy. We value our people, each of our employees is encouraged to grow into new and exciting roles, branch out, help others and be confident, creative members possessing a high degree of initiative and self discipline.
We invest in your future. You'll get money every year to put towards tools. We believe in the value of ongoing improvement, and in not accepting the status quo, and in the value of ongoing education in any form. We believe in providing opportunity for personal, professional, and organizational growth within our company.
Our Apprenticeship program:
1. Start off learning vehicle systems through proprietary dealer training program. Mentor side by side with highly skilled technicians on the job.
2. Move through the ranks, mentoring side by side with top technicians. Learn how to complete digital multi point inspections, check and adjust fluids, look up service procedures, perform under body inspections, recommend maintenance items, create estimates for service work and perform basic factory required maintenance. Variety! Work on a variety of vehicles including all makes and models, gas, hybrid, electric and diesel. Get ready for something different every day!
Experience the Minot Automotive Company culture- We believe there is no place for mediocrity and half-hearted efforts. We accept personal responsibility for overcoming obstacles and being the very best. We actively choose to excel in every aspect of our personal and professional lives.
3. Promote yourself- through dedication to excellence you'll start training in the used car department, replacing brakes, tires, performing diagnostics and repairs.
4. LEVEL UP! - Explore your next opportunity working in the Main shop helping customers get back on the road. Mentor alongside 140 years worth of experience in our massive shop. With state of the art equipment and TOP LEVEL highly skilled technicians all around you, you'll be in for a once in a lifetime opportunity. GET PAID and learn from the very best in the industry, starting off as a level one technician we'll pay your way through additional courses so you can reach your goals.
Level one you'll be able to perform basic recalls on many dealer vehicles.
Level two explore your passion - transmission - driveability - electrical - diesel.
Level three hone your skills - become proficient in all areas, fill your toolbox, fix anything that rolls into your stall.
Maybe you’re a person who likes to work with your hands and solve problems. Feel accomplished as an automotive technician returning a repaired vehicle to its owner.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401k Program with Match
- Paid Training
- Tool Bonus Program for Technicians
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Apprenticeship program with path to move into role as a Used car technician
- Apprenticeship program with path to move into role as Main Line technician
Responsibilities
- Performs multi-point inspection
- Documents all work performed on the repair order.
- Recommends services based on findings from a thorough inspection
- Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.
- Inspect and adjust fluid levels
- Check and adjust air pressure of tires
- Complete pre-delivery quality check
- Oil change
- Tire rotation
- Fuel filter replacement
- Wiper Blade replacement
- Air filter removal and replacement
- Reports vehicle defects or malfunctions to Advisor.
- Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean. Notifies service advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
- Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools and manuals. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ability to drive
- Valid driver's license
- A positive attitude and willingness to become a team member are essential to this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to providing a safe, drug-free work environment. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug test. Interested candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
