Technician B

Summary:

Diagnoses and repairs Subaru vehicles, using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and in-depth technical training. Maintains proficiency by attending all technical training courses offered by SOA. Obtains and maintains Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certifications. Prepares new vehicles for delivery; prepares used vehicles for sale. Performs special projects for Fuji Heavy Industries USA (FUSA) and other SOA Departments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Diagnoses and repairs Subaru vehicles.
• Remains current with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Performs pre-delivery inspection (PDI) on test vehicles, employee owned, and press fleet vehicles. Prepares used vehicles for sale.
• Provides technical reports to manager and technical services section.
• Participates in special projects, such as port rectifications, flat rate time studies, accessory prototype installation, press introductions, service bulletin development, etc.
• Maintains equipment and working area in proper order. Orders shop supplies, as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Background as a retailer technician (Subaru experience preferred).
• ASE certifications (engine, transmission, electrical, etc.).
• Strong diagnostic skills.
• Writing skills to complete technical reports.
• Verbal communication skills (to break down technical information into layman terminology.
• Must possess a clean driving record, and ability to be cleared by SOA Risk Management. Ability to drive manual/automatic cars to diagnose issues.

Education/Experience:

AA/AS (2 year degree preferred) + 6-8 years of related experience.