Auto Repair Shop Employee Onboarding Checklist Template
Ensure a smooth and compliant start for every new hire! Our Auto Repair Shop Employee Onboarding Checklist Template covers everything from paperwork & training to shop procedures & safety protocols. Streamline your onboarding process, reduce errors, and build a strong, knowledgeable team. Get organized and compliant today!
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Pre-Arrival & Paperwork
Tasks to be completed before the employee's first day.
Start Date
Job Description Summary
Offer Letter
Candidate Signature (Offer Acceptance)
Emergency Contact Method
Hourly Rate/Salary
First Day Orientation
Initial introductions, shop tour, and overview of processes.
Welcome Message & Introduction
Shop Tour - Route Overview
Key Areas Marked on Shop Map
Initial Team Introductions - Confirmation
Scheduled Break Time - Confirmation
Overview of Daily Workflow & Expectations
HR & Legal Compliance
Completion of required paperwork and acknowledgement of policies.
Employee Signature (Acknowledgement of Offer)
Date of Offer Acceptance
I-9 Verification Status
Supporting Documents (e.g., Passport, Visa, Work Permit)
Acknowledgement of Employee Handbook
Confidentiality Agreement
Direct Deposit Account Number
Role-Specific Training
Introduction to job responsibilities and necessary skills training.
Review of Shop Manual Procedures
Specific Diagnostic Tool Training (Select all that apply)
Number of Service Intervals Demonstrated
Explanation of Warranty Claim Process
Level of Expertise in Welding (Select one)
Explanation of Shop Safety Regulations
Shop Equipment & Safety
Training on equipment operation and safety protocols.
Review of Shop Safety Manual
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training
Lift Inspection Date
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date
Machine Guarding Inspection
Spill Response Procedures Training
PPE Certification
Software & Systems
Training on shop management software and other relevant systems.
Shop Management Software Introduction & Access
Software Modules Introduced (e.g., Estimating, Invoicing, Inventory)
Number of Training Hours on Software
Date of Software Training Completion
Employee Signature Acknowledging Software Training
Mentorship & Buddy System
Assignment of a mentor or buddy for ongoing support.
Assigned Mentor/Buddy
Mentor/Buddy Introduction Notes
Initial Mentor/Buddy Meeting Date
Frequency of Scheduled Check-ins (weekly/bi-weekly)
Mentor/Buddy Agreement Status
Notes from Initial Meeting
Performance Expectations & Goals
Discussion of performance expectations and initial goals.
Brief Job Description Summary
Target Sales/Repair Volume (per month/week)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Target Customer Satisfaction Score (e.g., out of 5)
Specific Skills to Develop (within 3-6 months)
Date for First Performance Review
30-Day Check-in
Scheduled review to address questions and provide feedback.
Employee Feedback - How are they adjusting?
Estimated Work Completion Rate (compared to expectations)
Overall Performance (Exceeds, Meets, Needs Improvement)
Specific Strengths Observed
Areas for Improvement Identified
Additional Training Needs?
Next Performance Review Date
90-Day Review
Formal evaluation of progress and identification of development areas.
Overall Performance Score (1-5)
Strengths Observed
Areas for Improvement
Specific Goals for Next 3 Months
Understanding of Shop Policies?
Customer Satisfaction Score (average)
Teamwork and Collaboration
Next Performance Review Date
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