Jim Tidwell Ford is part of the fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail.  We are looking to add a qualified Specialized Automotive Transmission Apprentice Technician to join our team.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:

• Job training and career advancement opportunities
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time-off
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee vehicle purchase program
• Performance / longevity bonuses

• Work with Master Transmission technician to learn skilled job
• Efficient and accurate work in accordance with dealership’s and factory standards
• Complete system diagnostics and full automotive troubleshooting and testing
• Maintain an organized shop area
• Road-test vehicles to ensure quality work
• Comply with company safety policies and procedures
• Communicate directly with service advisors regarding the status of the service work
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques
• Adhere to our values: Integrity, Transparency, Professionalism and Teamwork

• Several years of automotive technician or mechanic experience
• Automotive technical or trade school degree
• National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s) or certification(s) in: brakes, electrical/electronic systems or engine performance preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license in the state and good driving record

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer