Current Openings

Automotive Technician

The Garvey Automotive Group is looking for a full-time employee to hire as our next Automotive / Mechanic Technician. The candidate we are seeking is qualified, trained, and equipped.

Job Description: At Garvey Volkswagen Kia our mechanics are responsible for the repair of all new and pre-owned vehicles sold by the Garvey Automotive Group, as well as off make vehicles brought in by our customers for repair. They maintain factory certification and their own supply of key tools. We help provide training and ASE certifications for those mechanics that wish to improve their skills. With modern shop equipment and technician tools our techs perform multipoint walk around and video MPIs on every vehicle. At Garvey we know technicians are our customers most trusted point of contact at the dealership, so we strive for a 100% fixed-right-the-first-time ratio and high levels of technician proficiency. We mechanics also need to be customer service oriented and able to communicate with our clients to answer any questions they have about their vehicles.

A well-qualified candidate will:

  • Have experience as an automotive technician
  • Have entry level technical certifications

An extremely well qualified candidate will:

  • Hold any level ASE certification
  • Be manufacturer certified by Volkswagen, Hyundai, Kia
  • Be a Level A Tech
  • Have a NYS Inspector's License

Why should you apply for this job?

  • $1,000 sign on bonus / tool credit
  • We pay Alldata time for ALL repairs (warranty, internal, and customer)
  • Career development potential to master tech and beyond!
  • Four tens shop schedule means three days off every week!

Why work at Garvey Automotive Group?

  • Great benefits!
  • Matching 401k
  • Health Care
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Vacations
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Days
  • New or Used Vehicle / Parts / Service Discounts
  • Laundered Uniforms
  • Air-Conditioned Shop
  • Ready Supply of Specialty Tools
  • Friendly Work Environment

Company DescriptionGarvey Volkswagen is the area's premier automotive retailer. We've been serving the Glens Falls / Queensbury / Lake George / Saratoga Springs area for over 35 years. We are a family owned and operated company with active and invested management, and low employee turnover.

We are a team orientated business that promises our customers an exceptional sales and service experience with honesty and integrity beyond their expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.50 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 4x10
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No nights
  • Year round work

Ability to Commute:

  • Queensbury, NY 12804 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Queensbury, NY 12804: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Automotive Technician with Garvey Kia

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)

Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, Kia America, Inc. has established the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP).

Job Description

  • Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical components
  • Complete repair orders and warranty request orders in accordance with established Kia and Retailer policies and procedures
  • Test drive vehicles, and analyze, diagnose, and repair components and systems using Kia diagnostic strategies, special equipment, and tools
  • Perform services, diagnostics, and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to promote an optimal customer experience

All potential employment opportunities presented and advertised within this site are with independently owned and operated Kia Retailers. Applicants who seek employment through this site are applying for full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer and not with KUS or ERS. All employment opportunities listed within this site are subject to applicable Federal and State statutes, rules, and regulations governing employment, which apply to each individual Kia Retailer's specific location.

KUS and ERS make no warranties (expressed or implied) or guarantees of employment to any individual seeking to participate in the Kia Veteran Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). All employment decisions are at the discretion of the specific Kia Retailer to which an employment application is made, conditional upon meeting eligibility, skill, and experience requirements to participate in VTAP.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Honorable Discharge
  • Valid Drivers License from any state with a clean driving record
  • Experience in a technical / mechanical field is required
  • Must be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checks

Benefits

Kia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights:

  • Full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer
  • A program designed specifically for Veterans facilitated by Veterans!
  • Participation in a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
  • Access to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship and certification process
  • Eligible Veterans may apply for and receive a substantial GI Bill© Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during their apprenticeship
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Contact

Garvey Kia

483 Quaker Road
Directions Queensbury, NY 12804

  • Sales: (518) 832-4255
  • Service: (518) 832-4200
  • Parts: (518) 832-4250

Hours

  • Monday 9:00AM-7:00PM
  • Tuesday 9:00AM-7:00PM
  • Wednesday 9:00AM-7:00PM
  • Thursday 9:00AM-7:00PM
  • Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM
  • Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM
  • Sunday Closed