Hybrid Mechanic at BEST ONE TIRE & SERVICE

Description

Join our Best-One team - now hiring a Mechanic at our Madisonville, KY location.

Pay:  Compensation will be negotiated based on relevant experience and demonstrated ability. 

Who we are:

Over the past 77 years, what started out as a single bay service station has grown into a respected tire and service company with over 285 locations in over 35 states – one of the largest independent tire companies in North America. At Best-One, we strive to be the leading the most trusted provider of tires and service in all of our markets with a mission for creating raving fans. And we know our success starts with our team members – our internal ravings fans. 

We're looking for a Mechanic who places an emphasis on creating results for teammates, customers, and the company. 

What you get: 

• Top Pay - the more you know, the more you earn
• Paid holidays & vacations; closed most major holidays
• Health/dental/vision insurance 
• 401(K)
• Team member discount program
• ...and being a part of a company that offers a career, not just a job!

What you will be doing as a Mechanic:

• Perform complex vehicle systems diagnostics utilizing logic, test procedures, electronic scan tools, scopes, and other tools. Provide consistent, reliable and accurate vehicle repair recommendations. 
• Perform complex and in-depth repairs with confidence and proficiency on all      vehicle systems, such as timing belts, head gaskets, intake manifolds, major and minor component replacements on vehicle A/C, ignition, electrical, emissions, exhaust, heating, cooling, engine, drive train, and all other vehicle systems. 
• Perform any mechanical repair on vehicles in the “A,” “B,” and “C” skill ranges as specified by the All-Data resource guide. 
• Inspect vehicles using inspection forms, report potential repairs to supervisor, compile repair estimates, and secure customer approval to perform repairs.
• Raise and lower vehicles safely, with hydraulic or floor jacks. 
• Safely operate all shop machinery, including but not limited to; rim clamp machine, balancer, floor jacks or lifts, air powered tools, torque wrench and/or torque sticks, and parts washer.
• Remove, install, rotate, balance, and perform flat repairs. 
• Reset TPMS when needed. 
• Inspect tread depth, air pressure, and carcass for defects, for every tire that comes through, and recommend corrective action.
• Mentor other techs when possible. 
• Read work orders thoroughly and perform all listed tasks.  
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Performing other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

What boxes you have to check:

        Mechanic Requirements:

• Must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced customer service-oriented environment.
• Team-Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Assertiveness– Ability to act in a self-confident manner to promote completion of a project or convey an idea.
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Customer-Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Delegating Responsibility – Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.
• Honesty/ Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Leadership – Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and be responsible for making decisions.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Problem-Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Resource Management (People & Equipment) – Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel.
• Team Builder – Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
• Working under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.
• Preventative maintenance experience required.
• Brakes experience required.
• Suspension experience required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

• Lifting: Frequent lifting over 50 pounds from ground to chest high. 
• Frequent squatting, bending, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion. 
• Sustained vibrations. 
• Standing for extended periods of time. 
• Read ticket and perform work listed; write confirmation and recommendation. 
• Environment: Work in environment that is not climate controlled. Temperatures range from extremely hot to extremely cold, depending on the season. 
• Vision (Near, distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception). 
• Sense of sound (Alarms, horns and motorized equipment).
• PPE: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses, gloves, safety harnesses, steel reinforced footwear).