Becoming a Certified Service Technician at Smart Honda
Looking to jump-start your career without spending time and money on traditional eduction or even a trade school? The Tech Apprenticeship Program, at Smart Honda Des Moines, offers a clear path for your professional development, with hands-on training, mentoring, and a structured three-level plan to take you from beginner to certified technician. As an apprentice, you’ll start working and learning right away, gaining real-world experience under the guidance of seasoned professionals. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start or seeking to advance your skills, the Tech Apprenticeship Program provides the opportunity to kickstart your new career today.
Below are the steps you will be required to complete in order to become a certified Technician here at Smart Honda Des Moines. This is a performance based program; therefore, No experience is needed but you will be required to show your progress in order to advance. We believe that all of our techs deserve a chance to become certified. That is why the tech apprenticeship program is not just for in-experienced or beginner techs but for all of our seasoned technicians to hone their skills in order to take those next steps in becoming certified technicians.
Level One
Hourly Wage
Basic Maintenance Tasks
Progress Review At 3 Months
Level Two
Earn a $250 Bonus
Increased Hourly Wage
Perform Higher Level Maintenance Tasks
Second Progress Review At 6 Months
Level Three
Earn a $500 Bonus
Further Increased Hourly Wage
Perform Advanced Maintenance Tasks
Third Progress Review on 1 Year Anniversary
Graduation
Certified Technician
$1,000 Bonus (Total Program Bonus: $1,750)
Shift From Hourly Wage To A Higher “Flat Rate”
Perform Advanced Maintenance Tasks
Receive up to $1,000 Reimbursement On Tools Purchased For The Job
