Automotive Teardown Technician

Job Summary:The Teardown Mechanic is responsible for timely and accurate tear down of any gears, drivetrain/transmissions, and differentials in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. May be directed by the Production Manager to assure that the drivetrain is disassembled in a safe, efficient, and proper manner.Essential Job Duties:* Greets and assists customers.* Load and unload any work that is coming in* Dismantles all work as it comes in.* Resurfaces flywheels.* Ability to follow directions.* Responsible for maintenance of equipment.* Adheres to all company policies and procedures.* Keeps clean, safe working conditions and practices within the department.* Attends and participates in all relevant training programs established by the company and OSHA guidelines.* Ability to identify any routine safety hazards and reports them to the Rebuild Manager.* Communicates any grievances, questions, or concerns with upper management who can act upon them.* Committed to keeping a positive work environment based on teamwork.* Assume other duties as assigned.Duties Performed for Salvage Production:* Ensure the drivetrain does not have unrepairable damage.* Obtain accurate compression readings. With PICO Scope or Compression Gauge.* Document findings.* Use the LKQ training poster to properly disassemble, drain, dress, and palletizing.* Bracket attaches all torque convertors to the transmission.* Cap plug all openings before quality control washing.* Drop transmission pans for inspection.* Stamp, heat tab on the block, tag and attach all necessary LKQ warranty tags.* Properly dispose and drain table fluids into designated labeled drums.* Accurately tag and label parts for inventory.* Assume other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities:* Not responsible for supervising employees.Basic QualificationsEducation & Experience:* High School Diploma or GED equivalency.* 1+ years of Mechanic experience.* Forklift Certified.Preferred Qualifications:* Background in either body repair, mechanical repair, or previous salvage dismantles experience.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:* Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, co-workers, and the public.Benefits:* Health/Dental/Vision Insurance* Paid Time Off* 401k with Generous Company Match* Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability* Short Term Disability* Employee Assistance Program* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Discounts

Created: 2025-06-14