Automotive Technician - Evening Shift

Apple Autos (Top Minnesota Workplace) – 7 locations across Minnesota.

Automotive Technician – Base pay: $62,000 – $95,000 per year (based on experience) with up to $12,000 sign‑on bonus.

• Perform work specified on maintenance and repair orders with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
• Work independently and as a team to drive maximum repair efficiency.
• Consistently and concisely detail and document repairs.
• Inspect and maintain shop equipment.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, air conditioning, etc. to specification.
• Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non‑technical manner to service advisors and customers.
• Inspect and test new vehicles and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
• Continue ongoing training to stay abreast of the new technology and techniques on the vehicle model lines.

• Previous experience as an automotive technician preferred but not required.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Team oriented, flexible, high energy and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment such as wheel and tire equipment, alignment system, diagnostic equipment, AC equipment, etc.
• Vocational/Technical or certification preferred.
• Regularly required to:
  • Sit, stand and walk.
  • Use hands and arms to handle, feel, or reach.
  • Speak and hear.
  • Use close vision abilities.
  • Operate a vehicle with a valid driver’s license.
• Occasionally required to:
  • Lift or move up to 50 lbs.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Work in a low to moderate noise level.

• Full union healthcare package.
• Company paid pension.
• Able to contribute to 401(k) and Roth plan.
• Paid Training.
• Employee discounts on products and services.

• We strive to make a positive impact in our world and give employees the opportunity to give back.
• Internal promotions allow employees to advance within the organization.
• We encourage teamwork, positivity, and kindness.
• Learning and development programs are available.
• We empower employees to do what is best for our customers and other employees.
• We continually recognize hard work with a variety of fun events.
• Ranked Top workplaces in MN (2020, 2021, 2022).

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Location:

Shakopee, MN

EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.