SOTRANS gives a chance to those who think about their future

Labour Exchange
29 March 2006:

Today it is well-known that the time of single-man or poorly equipped repair shops is gone. Modern cars are packed with electronics and clever gadgets, which means that proper maintenance can be provided only by constantly developing companies basing their customer support on world benchmarks. Only they can strike a balance between quick turnaround, tight budget and quality performance. Only at such companies technical personnel reaches the peak of qualification. SOTRANS GC offers St. Pete"s residents an opportunity to become top specialists in this prestigious and rewarding profession.

The company is involved in a wide range of activities: international freight forwarding, customs clearance, vehicle maintenance and repairs (including maintenance and repairs for US-manufactured and VOLVO trucks), sale of vehicles, spares and accessories. An important event in the life of St. Pete was opening of a VOLVO-KVARTA service station last autumn. Suffice it to say that the station covers the area of 5,000 sq. m and can service 5,000 vehicles a year. Capital investment of over USD 3 MM made it possible to set up a state-of-the-art service center providing cutting-edge digital diagnostics, vehicle maintenance, washing and general repairs. The center is equipped with a climate-control system ensuring optimal temperatures throughout the year (no cold in winter, no heat in summer). Is there any chance of becoming SOTRANS" employee?

Yes, and plenty, owing to dynamic development of the company. We need auto mechanics, auto electricians, and sales personnel for our retail stores. Those with prior experience of working with VOLVO and US trucks are favoured. Yet fresh graduates of respective schools (Universities, colleges, trade schools) also have an opportunity to gain hands-on auto mechanical experience. Newcomers learn the trade, become skilled at operating equipment and working independently. During the training period they are paid $ 200 plus their share from the job done. Training takes from 1 to 3 months. Young people without relevant experience can master sales skills — SOTRANS operates a retail chain. They also have an opportunity to become truck dealers.

Career growth is possible for every employee. Last year graduates started with auto mechanic apprenticeship and in 3 months would work independently. One of the recent apprentices, a former repair man, is today a digital diagnostics specialist. Another one has become a foreman and now provides training to his own apprentices. A sales person with time can become a store manager. Importantly, all these occupations will always be in demand. SOTRANS appreciates and rewards professionalism and performance, offering a competitive salary, convenient work schedule, meals and workwear. A major company — lots of opportunities.