Ford Drivability Electrical Service Technician

Ford Drivability/Electrical Service Technician

We are seeking an experienced Ford Drivability/Electrical Technician to become part of our growing team! Prior experience at a Ford dealership is required. In this position, you’ll be responsible for diagnosing, servicing, and repairing drivability systems—including engines, electrical, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and more—to keep vehicles performing at their best. You’ll also work closely with service advisors to provide clear communication on repairs and timelines.

At Sanderson Ford, you’ll be part of a brand that respects its history while investing in the future. Join the Sanderson Family, where we value teamwork, community, and delivering outstanding service to every customer.

Benefits:

• Health, Medical, and Dental coverage

• 401K plan

• Paid vacation and time off

• Advancement opportunities

• Employee vehicle purchase program

• Family-owned and operated business

• Fully air-conditioned shops

• Long-term career stability

• Flexible scheduling

Responsibilities:

• Carry out assigned repairs from repair orders in an efficient and accurate manner, following dealership and OEM guidelines

• Perform test drives and system checks using advanced diagnostic tools

• Diagnose drivability concerns across multiple systems: engine, fuel, electrical, emissions, HVAC, transmission, suspension, steering, and brakes

• Communicate additional repair needs, estimated costs, and timelines with service advisors for customer approval

• Complete both warranty and non-warranty work in line with manufacturer requirements

• Document diagnostic steps, findings, and completed work in service records

• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and recommend preventative services

• Keep work area clean, organized, and handle tools/equipment with care

• Stay updated on technical bulletins and participate in ongoing training

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years of automotive service technician experience, ideally with diagnostic/drivability focus

• Prior Ford dealership experience required

• Ford certification strongly preferred

• ASE or other OEM certifications preferred

• Skilled in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of vehicle systems

• Comfortable using diagnostic scanners, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and technical documentation

• Strong troubleshooting ability and mechanical knowledge

• Good verbal communication skills for effective interaction with advisors and customers

• Basic computer knowledge for work orders, inventory, and related systems

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history

• Personal set of basic mechanic’s tools; familiarity with dealership-level tools a plus

• Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative, high-volume environment

About Us:Sanderson Ford will proudly celebrate 70 years of service to the Phoenix area in May 2025. We are grateful for the loyalty of both our customers and employees, whose dedication has shaped our success over the years. Sanderson Ford remains committed to supporting the community and providing a workplace where our employees can thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.