Auto Maintenance Tech I $1500 New Hire Bonus (Manheim Tampa)

Cox Enterprises•Tampa, FL
•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

At Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, the Auto Maintenance Tech I performs light-duty work as an intermediate-level auto technician in a supportive team environment. The role performs routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles, maintains shop equipment, assists with vehicle upfitting, and follows applicable safety and environmental procedures. The position is onsite at a specified Cox location, with no remote option and no travel. The work shift is day shift. New hires are eligible for a $1,500 tools bonus. The hourly base pay range is $20.10–$30.10, with potential additional compensation through commissions or an incentive program. Employment requires clearing a pre-employment drug test. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Requirements

  • Up to 2 years of related work experience.
  • A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
  • Ability to drive standard, automatic, and electric vehicles.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Current ASE certifications: G1, A4, and A5 status.

Responsibilities

  • Complete routine auto maintenance, including oil and filter changes, fuel filter replacements, transmission flushes, spark plug replacements, and vehicle inspections.
  • Diagnose and repair brake, steering, suspension, starting, charging, and electrical/AC systems, including AC evacuation and recharge.
  • Perform mechanical and component repairs, including tires, rear main seals, timing covers, radiators, and interior and exterior components.
  • Test, maintain, and replace batteries and related electrical systems.
  • Complete routine maintenance on shop equipment.
  • Use approved vendors to source and obtain parts.
  • Assist with upfitting new vehicles with required equipment.
  • Follow applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations, including proper handling of recyclables, fluids, tires, and waste.

Benefits

  • New hires are eligible for a $1,500 tools bonus.
  • At least 16 hours of paid time off per month.
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
  • Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
  • Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); sick leave; parental leave; flexible vacation/wellness days; and PTO.
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