Collision Repair Apprentice Technician

Job Description

Ken Garff Ford – Greeley is currently looking for a talented Collision Repair Apprentice Technician that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, intelligence, greatness, honesty and teamwork. As a group, we aim to become the most esteemed automotive group by treating people R.I.G.H.T and creating lifetime customers!

The primary responsibilities for this position would include assisting with teardowns and rebuilds, though we’re looking for someone versatile who can help throughout the shop as needed.

Work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday, 8am-6pm.

Here’s why you want to work here:

Paid training, certifications and real career growth
Competitive compensation package – hiring pay range for this position is $18.00-$25.00/hour based on experience
Great people with a great culture
Paid Time Off and 401k with Company match
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback)
Red Wing Boot Program
1:1 Tech to PC- You’ll have information at your fingertips
Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist other body shop and automotive technicians with diagnosing cause of any malfunction and perform repair
Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts
Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer
Assist with examination of vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required
Assist in documenting any work performed
Attend factory-sponsored training classes to advance to become a main line automotive technician (mechanic)
Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins
Ensure that customers’ cars are kept clean
Always keep shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership-owned tools
Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing disposal of hazardous wastes
Assist in road-testing vehicles to quality-check work performed

Qualifications:

1-3 years of basic automotive experience desired
Experience in window tinting, PPF installation, or detailing would be a plus. Technical schooling from a mechanic program preferred
ASE certification and Safety & Emissions certification preferred
General mechanical skills, previous dealership experience a plus
Excellent manual dexterity skills as well as patience, creativity, and an eye for detail
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
High school diploma or the equivalent

Considering a career with Ken Garff Automotive Group means you are in for a great ride (excuse the car metaphor)! We’re not your standard dealership or group of dealerships and we are pretty darn proud of that. We are out to do things differently and want to consistently change, grow, and progress. For that reason, our employees are proud of where they work!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer