Technician Jobs in Kirkland, WA

Toyota of Kirkland

13210 Northeast 124th Street Kirkland, WA 98034

https://www.toyotaofkirkland.com

Toyota of Kirkland is a large, fast-paced dealership dedicated to assuring a quality repair and a top notch guest experience. We have the latest tools and equipment and an amazing support staff dedicated to assuring our technicians are successful. If you're looking for the perfect opportunity to grow your career and work alongside the best people, join our team today!

Feel free to contact us on the form below if you have any questions. Even if you don't see an open position above, we're always looking to hear from good people.

Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?

The shop is heated with a top of the line heating and filtration system. The shop is not equipped with air conditioning but the ventilation and location keep it cooler during the summer months.
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?

We currently have 37 Technicians working in our shop.
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?

We are open in the service department from 7am to 7pm. The shift time frames are: 7am-4pm 8am-5pm 9am-6pm
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?

We have too many to list here, we have an entire room dedicated to storing tools for technicians to use to complete their jobs.
What type of break room facility is provided?

We have a large break room with a flat screen TV mounted and an Avanti market. We have recently opened our cafe/deli for employees and guest's
How many bays does your shop have?

54 service bays 2 alignment bays
How many repair orders do you average per month?

3,900+
What is your parts ordering process?

We have two full time back parts counter professionals to assist technicians with procurement of parts.
What is your policy on side work?

We have a shop night the third Thursday of every month for the technicians to work on their own vehicles or family member vehicles.

Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?

Paid for passing ASEs Paid training for certifications Partnership with Toyota TXM Partnership with local community college We do offer a mentorship program for our up and coming technicians.
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?

We as a company believe in continuous improvement through knowledge. We believe in promoting and moving up from within. We offer paid schooling and classes to qualifying technicians.
Can you describe your performance review process?

Hours produced are monitored daily.
What type of safety training is required?

We operate our safety procedures according to OSHA standards and will train new employees on our procedures.
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?

We will pair a younger technician up with one of our senior technicians to help them learn the processes and gain knowledge of the product they are working with.
How does your shop get involved with the local community?

We get involved with the community through food drives, clothing drives and toy drives during the holidays.
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?

We have adopted a local High School, and are working with them through recruiting and job programs.
Where do you see the shop in five years?

As the number one Toyota Dealership in the State of Washington.

Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?

We have an online application that typically takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?

Yes
What do your in-person interviews entail?

Inquiring about work history, where the candidate would like to be within two years of starting work with our company. A tour of the facility and introduction to the General Manager as well as the Assistant Service Manager.
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?

We perform a background check and a driving history check.
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?

We do not
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?

Approximately 3-5 business days
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?

About 8-10 business days

A Level Technician
Pay Range: $82,000 - $95,000/year

Pay is structured on ASE qualifications
B Level Technician
Pay Range: $58,000 - $65,000/year

Pay is structured on ASE qualifications
C Level Technician
Pay Range: $42,000 - $48,000/year

Pay is structured on ASE qualifications
Lube Technician
Pay Range: $39,000 - $43,200/year

Entry level and we are willing to train
Service Advisor
Pay Range: $40,000 - $90,000/year

Salary plus commission pay scale

Health Insurance	Offered	Health insurance available after 60 days of employment
Dental Insurance	Offered	Dental insurance available after 60 days of employment
Vision Insurance	Offered	Vision insurance available after 60 days of employment
Retirement Plan	Offered	401k available. Must be 21 years or older to qualify for benefit.
Sick Leave	Offered	Offered by dealership
Vacation	Offered	Available after first year of employment and accrued annually
Paid Holidays	Offered	Major (federal) holidays are paid
ST / LT Disability	Not Offered
Life Insurance	Offered	Life insurance offered after 60 days of employment.
Uniforms	Offered	Provided by dealership
Other	Not Offered