Most of the automotive mechanic job postings are boring, sound the same, lack any personality, and sound impersonal. This is why I want to write a very straight forward ad with no corporate kool-aid that you’re forced to drink, and hopefully this connects with the right candidate.
We have a total of four technicians working at our shop and we have grown to a point where I need a leader to supervise and direct our mechanics. I have summarized the main points of where I’m coming from and tried to keep it short and sweet.
Who My Team & I Are:
My name is Michael and I run Reliable Auto Repair in South San Jose which is a family run small business.
Our shop is located at 463 Blossom Hill Road San Jose, CA 95123.
We work on everything; European, domestic, Asian, diesel, etc.
What Are The Hours, The Pay, & The Benefits?
The position is full time, 5 days a week, 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a 1-hour lunch from 12PM to 1PM.
The pay starts at $40.00 / hour.
We offer full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
We offer a complimentary $200 monthly tool allowance to help you buy new tools and equipment.
There is a bonus structure where you earn your hourly rate multiplied by the number of hours worked beyond 40 hours a week.
One week paid vacation a year.
We pay for training that is offered by our vendors if you choose to attend.
What Is A Day On The Job Like?
You arrive to work on time, dressed in uniform, and are ready for our daily morning meeting.
Once the cars are on the lifts, it's your job to ensure the three technicians you’re overseeing get straight to work—no breaks, distractions, or downtime.
You grab the work orders that are assigned to you and fix cars.
As you are working, you are also responsible for helping any of the mechanics when they need help.
You are responsible for making sure that the garage doesn’t get distracted so we can keep things moving.
If one of the technicians is off track (ie; 1 hour oil change), it would be up to you to instruct, assist, or discipline.
It is your responsibility to make sure that everyone clocks out at 12:00 PM for lunch and clocks back in at 1:00 PM.
It is your responsibility to make sure everyone clocks out at 5:00 PM.
Give Me A Call If:
You are the type of person who understands why everyone should be constantly moving and working from 8 AM until 12 PM, and then again from 1 PM until 5 PM.
You know how to use an oscilloscope and scan tools.
You know how to read a wiring diagram.
You have an advanced understanding of logical data driven troubleshooting steps.
You have A6, A8, or L1 certifications.
You possess a smog license.
You are as comfortable with changing oil as you are with diagnosing intermittent CAN bus faults.
You have a good memory regarding the cars that you worked on, what the other mechanics are supposed to be doing, and what you have to accomplish for the day.
You are comfortable being in a position of authority and providing either help, instruction, or discipline depending on what the situation calls for.
You believe arrogant or lazy people should be kept as far away as possible from you.
If you have ever had a coworker tell you “why are you working so fast, we’re going to get paid the same anyways” and wanted to vomit in your mouth.
Do Not Call Me If:
You have no discipline.
You do not keep your word.
You have no desire to help others build their career and knowledge while strengthening your own at the same time.
You have issues taking compliments when you’re right and taking constructive criticism when you’re wrong.
You have no desire to gain more responsibility, make more money, and have an interesting career.
You’re cool with coasting and live with an “I’ll get around to it” mentality.
Simply Put:
We are a tight knit shop and this operation took me and my family years to build and perfect. We are growing and need a responsible person with good character and the right attitude to help us move forward.
You have to be smart, pay attention, show up consistently, and lead a team of technicians.
You will be responsible for working hard, setting examples, cleaning up messes, and making sure that there is structure in the workplace.
I don’t need parts changers; I need someone who uses their head first and their hands second. I need someone who understands and is interested in how things work.
Final Thoughts:
I would love to talk with anyone who is interested, whether they agree or disagree with anything that the job offer is about. Talk soon! – Michael – 408 – 230 – 2952.
