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Transmission Technician

Herb Jones Chevrolet GMC

Elizabethtown, KY·Posted 159d ago

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Avg $39k–$70kFull-TimeHealth InsuranceDental & VisionPTO / Paid Time OffTraining Provided

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Herb Jones Chevrolet, a premier General Motors dealership, is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Transmission Technician to join our busy service department. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and/or replacing automatic and manual transmissions on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. If you pride yourself on getting the job done right the first time and want to work with top-tier diagnostic equipment, we want to talk to you.

Responsibilities & Duties

Diagnose & Repair: Properly identify transmission issues and perform repairs ranging from fluid services and valve body replacements to complete internal rebuilds.
Testing: Conduct thorough road tests and utilize GM diagnostic software to verify performance pre- and post-repair.
Documentation: Accurately document the condition, cause, and remedy of vehicle issues for warranty and customer compliance.
Training: Stay up to date with GM repair manuals, technical service bulletins (TSBs), and software reprogramming.
Teamwork: Collaborate with Service Advisors and Parts Professionals to ensure a seamless workflow and high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years of professional automotive transmission experience (GM dealership experience strongly preferred).

Certification: ASE Certifications (specifically Automatic Transmissions / Transaxle) and/or GM Service Technical College (STC) certifications highly desired but not required.
Equipment: Must have your own tools (specialty OEM tools provided).
Compliance: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and willingness to pass pre-employment background/drug screenings.
Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and safely lift heavy equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

Highly Competitive Pay: Top flat-rate based on experience and GM/ASE certification levels.
Career Growth: Paid factory training and opportunities to advance toward GM World Class Technician status.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days.
Perks: 401(k) plan, employee vehicle purchase plans, and discounts on parts/service.