Careers

Automotive Technician

Full-time position; Monday – Friday, business hours ranging between 7:00am to 6:00pm. Saturday rotation is required, 7:00am – 3:00pm.
We are seeking an Automotive Technician to become a part of our Hastings Automotive (Hastings Ford) team!

Core Responsibilities and Duties:

• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately
• Conduct routine maintenance work aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity
• Perform repairs to specifications (brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment)
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g., leaks)
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
• Completing warranty repairs
• Used vehicle reconditioning

Compensation & Benefits:

The hourly wage for this opportunity is $21.00/hour to $56.00/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, and certification & licensure. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees. Hastings Automotive supports career progression, offers benefits package which includes retirement savings match, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to complete job assignments with high quality in timely manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of vehicles
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication & team collaboration skills
• Understanding safety awareness & protocols to ensure industry standards are met
• Continuous learning and ongoing education to keep up on latest trends and innovations in automotive technology

Here at Hastings Automotive, we are committed to serving our customers in a professional manner. We have been locally owned and operated since 1987. We are currently celebrating our 37th year serving Hastings, Cottage Grove, Eastern Inver Grove Heights, Prescott, River Falls, Vermillion, Hampton, Randolph, Cannon Falls, Welch, and Farmington communities. We base our business decisions and values on our vision statement:

1. Build CARING, LIVE-LONG, RELATIONSHIPS with customers, co-workers, and the community
2. Develop ENTHUSIASTIC ADVOCATES for our dealership
3. Based upon LOYALTY, COMPASSION, INTEGRITY, & TRUST (Teamwork)
4. Demonstrate the “Heart of a Servant”
5. ENJOY the journey together!