Automotive Technician

Emissions Lab Technician (Entry Level)

Oxnard CA 93030

The Emissions Lab Technician conducts emission tests on vehicles including exhaust emissions road testing misc. testing in a climatic chamber. Furthermore the technician ensures accuracy and conclusiveness of the test results manages test data both paper and digital media and reports all results to the Emissions Lab Manager for further evaluation and feedback. The requirements also include ensuring the accuracy of calibration work on instrumentation of emission test equipment. Operates and controls test cell systems.

Role Responsibilities :

Frequent driving a vehicle in dynamometer incl. performance class special training required.
Commonly sit at a desk or in test vehicle
Occasionally walk stand or stoop. Occasionally lift carry push or pull up to 100 pounds.

Work Flexibility :

2 Shift operation work hours 6AM 3PM and or 3PM 12AM ( 6 months out of year PM shift mandatory). Must be open to work both shifts out of the year.
Work schedule based on business requirements (min. 40 hours / week ) including occasional Saturday and occasional overtime

Experience Required :

This is an entry level position. Looking for individuals that want to learn and are interested in a progressive career in the automotive industry.
Desired: 13 years of automotive industry experience

Education Required :

High School Diploma

Skills Required :

Ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
Basic/ intermediate ability with Microsoft Office applications
Highly organized and dependable
Ability to work well independently and with minimal supervision
Recent Automotive experience
Solid knowledge of the English language

Skills Desired :

Knowledge of emission testing processes
Formal Customer Service Training
Extensive Volkswagen and/or Audi diagnostic experience including VAS testers
German and/or Spanish language skills
Proficiency with ALL MS Office applications

Other Skills :

Communication skills interpersonal presentation and written
Excellent teamwork ability and strong interpersonal skills
Computer savvy skilled in the use of software
Problem solving
Highly motivated selfstarter with a high bias for action
Demonstrates flexibility to work under pressure and multitask