Field Technical Specialist
Field Technical Specialist
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 91000 - 147900
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the worlds most admired brands Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative highquality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. Were looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
To save time applying Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employmentbased visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who were looking for:
Toyota Motor Sales CAT Region Department is looking for a highly motivated and qualified Field Technical Specialist (FTS).
The primary responsibility of this role is to provide highly skilled consulting and handson diagnostics to Toyota dealership service personnel while following Toyotas policy/business processes centering on the Fix It Right the First Time Protocol.
Reporting to the Technical Services Training Manager the FTSs objective is to improve customer satisfaction increase ownership experience and reduce/prevent unnecessary buybacks. These activities directly contribute to long term customer satisfaction future product sales department goals and overall company and dealer profitability.
What youll be doing:
- Enforce Toyota policy/business processes for difficult to repair vehicles i.e. Fix It Right the First Time (FIRTFT)
- Accountable for the documentation and management of FTR/DPR base vehicle quality reporting systems within your assigned district.
- Administer Close Loop Case Management (CLCM) to certify all open TAS Cases are closed within the specified target
- SMART case investigation reporting and resolution
- Collaborate with Toyota Dealer service personnel to improve customer satisfaction safety and dealership profitability
- Authenticate guidance given to dealer personnel during escalated Technical Assistance Support (TAS) cases or events where an FTS is directly involved via the Vehicle Contact Reporting (VCR) process
- Promote Region/Area Policies to direct dealership technical personnel to follow structured business processes assuring professional and consistent quality
- Investigate and resolve service parts quality issues that impact vehicle repair and customer satisfaction
- As needed support and coordinate Quality Based Market Surveys Product Investigations Survey Team (GoandSee) part recovery activities and provide technical support during warranty audits and reviews
- Quality confirmations port modifications activities railhead inspections and repairs
- Contribute and promote Toyota quality standards during the preparation for Lemon Law and Arbitration hearings to facilitate quick resolution of arbitration dispute resolution legal cases etc. Provide expert testimony on Toyotas behalf during depositions arbitrations and court hearings
- Provide guidance to dealership personnel to promote proper dialogue with customers when the vehicle does not meet the customer quality expectations
- Investigate report and resolve Executive Office and Customer Experience Center (CEC) contacts relating to customer safety and product concerns
- Submit timely thorough and accurate Field Technical Reports (FTRs) on issues requiring a high level of attention/investigation
- Submit timely and accurate responses to Field Technical Report incident (FTRi) requests
- Support Technical Training responsibilities to include but not limited to consulting with Dealer Management and technicians to meet training requirements develop a training plan for each dealer maintain and update training plan/request list provide indealership hands on training for new in vehicle technology and facilitate in dealer shop meetings to promote repair quality and FixItRight performance
- Assist in understanding for specific issues such as unique Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) and Special Service Tools (SSTs) service practices including specific handson recall training and recall process certification
- Support TTen and AYES regional schools.
What you bring:
- High School Diploma (or higher)
- Demonstrated experience in automotive industry dealership operations
- Minimum of five years of recent Toyota/Lexus Dealership experience
- Detailed knowledge of automotive technology (Toyota and/or Lexus)
- Toyota/Lexus Master or Master Diagnostic Technician certification
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master or Master Diagnostic Technician certification
- Ability to understand coach and train technicians
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Ability to travel up to 80
Added bonus if you have:
- Associates degree (or higher) in automotive technology automotive vocational education or relative degree program
What well bring:
During your interview process our team can fill you in on all the details of our industryleading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services adoption child care schools and more
- Flexible spending accounts
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Company vehicle provided for work and personal use
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members efforts to dream do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race ethnicity national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability religion military or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations Please send an email to .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
