Automotive Hood Technician

Grease Monkey Hood Technician

During the Full Service Oil Change, the hood technician is responsible for performing all of the services in the engine compartment. The hood technician is also responsible for directing the activities in the bay area, ensuring that the service has been thoroughly completed and recorded on the Work Order.

• Work safely, wear safety gear, keep work area clean and organized.
• Use Echo System / Echo services and vehicle information.
• Direct the vehicle into the bay.
• Place fender covers on the vehicle.
• Perform light check and check/fill automatic transmission fluid (when applicable), condition and level of oil, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid, coolant, battery electrolyte.
• Remove and check emissions components:
  Replace top‑side oil filter, when applicable. Air filter, cabin air filter, breather, and radiator cap. Deliver emissions components to center manager for customer presentation. when applicable Install emissions components.
• Perform visual inspection of belts, hoses, and other hood compartment components, document unusual conditions.
• Perform additional services, as needed, perform final safety and quality check.
• Record information on Work Order.

In addition to the duties listed above, every crew member is responsible for general center maintenance and cleaning duties such as mopping, washing center windows, lawn mowing, clearing litter, snow and ice from the site, and cleaning restrooms. Crew members must attend crew meetings and run errands as required, as well as other duties assigned by a supervisor.

• Customer service skills Basic literacy (ready, writing, math skills) Verbal communication skills.
• Ability and license to operate motor vehicles.
• Ability to properly use mechanical hand tools.
• Attention to detail.
• Previous experience or training – Minimum 3 months actual experience or supervised training as a hood technician required.

Materials Used:
Automotive oils, fluids and lubricants, windshield washer fluid, battery electrolyte. Environment:
Frequent exposure to outside weather elements, noise, and vehicle exhaust fumes throughout the entire shift.

Physical

Activities:

Position requires good corrected vision, hearing, frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, handling, reaching, and lifting.

• Discounted Services for Employees.
• Flexible Hours.
• Opportunities for Advancement.

Compensation: $13.00 – $20.00 per hour