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START Service Technician, Lincoln Technical Institute (Summer 2025)

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Illinois, USA
Posted on Apr 2, 2025
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START Service Technician, Lincoln Technical Institute (Summer 2025)

Job Category Vehicle Service
Location Proviso Township, Illinois
Req. ID 239562
Job Type Intern/Apprentice
What to Expect
The START program is a comprehensive 16-week EV service training initiative tailored for individuals with prior automotive experience. Throughout this intensive program, candidates will cultivate technical proficiency and acquire certifications, utilizing a well-rounded methodology that includes in-class theory, hands-on labs, and self-paced learning modules. Participants will enhance their soft skills through collaborative team-based repair exercises.
What You’ll Do
  • Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to training, including active participation in service center shadowing for practical experience
  • Engage in instructor-led training to develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla vehicles
  • Be a collaborative and engaged team member during both lab and lectures
  • Prioritize safety by adhering to established protocols at all times
  • Maintain organization by ensuring proper tooling management
  • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet weekly curriculum objectives and deadlines
  • Cultivate and sustain a consistent and professional rapport with instructors
What You’ll Bring
  • Successfully attend and pass each training session throughout the 16-week program with a minimum score of 80%

  • Must be capable of reporting to START training location or local Service Center as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail
  • Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Accept employment at a Tesla Service Center within 30 days of graduation from the program; must be willing to relocate
  • Valid driver's license required

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