Our stores and team members are recognized throughout the automotive industry. As we constantly strive to reach the next level of customer satisfaction, we earn our way to the top of our manufacturers' highest honors. Every single department within Checkered Flag has something to brag about!
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Our stores and team members are recognized throughout the automotive industry. As we constantly strive to reach the next level of customer satisfaction, we earn our way to the top of our manufacturers' highest honors. Every single department within Checkered Flag has something to brag about!
Both shops are Heated and Air Conditioned.
The team is comprised of 26 technicians.
Service is open from 7:00am to 6:00pm. Techs start at 7:30am and work til 5:30pm.
We provide special tools required by manufacturer.
There is a large break room complete with a sink, microwaves, and refrigerators. We also have a shop grill that we use to cook lunch for the team when the opportunity presents itself!
There are a total of 39 bays available.
Over 1500+ repair orders per month and growing since acquisition.
Both manufacturers are on a daily stock order and most parts are received within 1-3 days. We have over 450,000 parts in inventory
We do not allow side work to be performed in our shops. Technicians are allowed to work on their own vehicles with an open repair order.
We take pride in our facility and fix things when it breaks. We have high standards in our shop to help drive employee and customer satisfaction. We are currently in the process of a COMPLETE dealership renovation, including all new flooring, locker room, LED lights, and nice large built-in tool boxes.
We pay for all factory training and expenses associated with it for our Techs. We believe in ongoing training and use it as part of our career path. We also incentivize our Techs once they complete certifications
We love to promote from within! Many of our current employees advanced from entry level positions.
We have a formal written process and verbal discussion that takes place every 6 months. We do them every July and January.
We require a safety training through KPA.
We have a very hands on mentorship program and cater it to the individual. Our typical process takes a person as an apprentice where they work directly with a mentor(s)
We love to give back to our community! 89% of Checkered Flag employees pledged a total of $197k in United Way donations for 2020. Employees volunteer their time to work on various projects like the United Way Day of Caring, can drives, Clean the Bay Day, and much more!
We have several partnerships with local schools in the area! We give students interested in an automotive career opportunities for hands-on experience.
Our Management team is loyal to our company and we are focused on growth to keep the shop full, our Techs well trained, and a positive team-oriented culture
We rent out a big facility have an annual picnic for our company. Once a year, we do a 3-month competition for our top Technician to receive an all-inclusive trip
We have applications on our website that take typically 10-15 minutes jobs.checkeredflag.com
We phone screen all applicants before an in-person interview
Service Manager performs an in person interview and then gives the candidate a tour of the shop. The interview lasts anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how many questions the Tech would have
We perform background checks, drug screens, and driving record checks
We do not perform any skill assessmen
We make our decisions quick and typically make our decision within 1 to 2 days
Somewhere between 3 to 5 days depending on how long the background check takes to come back
We do offer a sign-on bonus for qualified applicants
We consider an A-Level Tech to have ASE Certifications or Factory level certification and 5+ years of experience. We also feel that A-Level Techs need to be able to perform advanced diagnostics and most repairs. Pay is based on Flat Rate per hour. We also offer a production bonus based on hours produced. Over 50 Hours - +$1.50 per hour Over 60 Hours - +$3.00 per hour Over 70 Hours - +$5.00 per hour On top of that, we offer an annual retention bonus based on the amount of time you're with the company. Sign-on bonuses for qualified applicants!
We consider a B-level Tech to have 1+ ASE certification(s) and the ability to do light diagnostic and general repair. A "B" level Tech is considered to have 2+ years of experience. Pay is based on a Flat Rate per hour. We also offer a production bonus based on hours produced. Over 50 Hours - +$1.50 per hour Over 60 Hours - +$3.00 per hour Over 70 Hours - +$5.00 per hour On top of that, we offer an annual retention bonus based on the amount of time you're with the company. Sign-on bonuses for qualified candidates!
We consider a C Level Technician to be the next level after being a Lube Tech. A C-Level Tech is able to independently do maintenance and light repair. A "C" level Tech is more of an entry-level role for a Tech with less experience but able to do maintenance/repairs on their own. Pay is based on Flat Rate per hour. We also offer a production bonus based on hours produced. Over 50 Hours - +$1.50 per hour Over 60 Hours - +$3.00 per hour Over 70 Hours - +$5.00 per hour On top of that, we offer an annual retention bonus based on the amount of time you're with the company. Sign-on bonuses for qualified candidates!
Starting off as a Lube Technician can be a great way to get in the door with Checkered Flag. We lay out a career path in order to help you progress. We pay for your schooling and we also work with a local Tech school to provide you with the training you need. We also prepare you for your State Inspectors License test. Sign on bonuses for qualified candidates!
Health Insurance | Offered | We offer high deductible Optima Plans with the option to enroll in a Health Savings Account |
Dental Insurance | Offered | We offer Delta Dental plans |
Vision Insurance | Offered | We offer Ameritas/ VSP |
Retirement Plan | Offered | 401k matching through Merrill Lynch |
Sick Leave | Offered | We offer paid time off that is accrued based on tenure |
Vacation | Offered | We offer paid time off that is accrued based on tenure |
Paid Holidays | Offered | We offer 6 paid holidays New Years Day Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day |
ST / LT Disability | Offered | We offer company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability through Cigna |
Life Insurance | Offered | We offer a $5,000 company paid life insurance policy, and voluntary life insurance |
Uniforms | Offered | Company pays for half of uniform cost |
Other | Offered | We offer paid training, referral bonuses, sign on bonuses, etc. |
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