Entry-Level / Apprentice Technician Job at Starr Motors in Suffolk

Starr Motors is seeking a full-time Entry Level Technician to join our team in Suffolk, VA. Candidates must be skilled in basic auto maintenance, have strong attention to detail, and possess a commitment to quality.

For over 60 years, the management at Starr Motors have worked to create an amazing environment for both its customers and employees.  Many family-owned businesses boast about opportunity for growth and owner interaction, but at Starr Motors we strive to make everyone feel that they are an honored guest in our home, every day, every time without fail.  Starr Motors is interested in finding talented individuals that are looking for a rewarding and challenging career in the automotive industry.

This particular opportunity is geared towards growing an entry-level maintenance technician into a Factory Certified Master Technician.

If you are willing to learn and you love working on vehicles, especially MOPAR, we will provide you with the opportunity to do so.

A local new car dealership like us is at the leading edge of current vehicle technology, come grow with us!

WE OFFER:

• Paid Holiday and Vacation Time
• Thrift / Savings Plan : 401K
• Employee Healthcare Benefits
• Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Dental Insurance Programs
• Financial Planning options
• Employee Discounts
• Unemployment Insurance
• Workers’ Compensation
• Overtime at Special Events
• Comprehensive training
• In-house Entry-Level to Technician Fast Track Apprenticeship Program
• Once inducted into the Apprenticeship portion of this position, we offer tool purchase scholarships           

Responsibilities

• Perform oil changes and lube services on vehicles
• Inspect vehicles for safety and operational issues to identify additional repair needs
• Clean and maintain service area to a professional standard
• Dispose of old oil and filters according to standard environmental protocols
• Assist with other minor repairs as needed
• Participate in Factory-Provided Manufacturer Product training programs
• Study and obtain their State Inspection License
• Participate in the Starr Motors Fast Track Apprenticeship Program to become a Future Technician

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year of automotive experience in a dealership or independent shop or similar experience is preferred
• Must have a valid drivers’ license
• Must have good driving record (with 2 or less infractions in the past 3 years)
• Ability to perform physical labor
• ASE certification in automotive engine repair preferred
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well with co-workers

Starr Motors is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in all areas of employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.