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

Cox Communications • Orlando, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is hiring an Auto Maintenance Tech I to perform light-duty, intermediate-level vehicle repairs and maintenance in a supportive team environment. The role is based at a specified Cox location, with no remote work option, and follows a Monday-to-Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. New hires are eligible for a $1,500 tools bonus. The position pays an hourly base rate of $20.10–$30.10, which may vary based on location and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional compensation may include commission and/or an incentive program.

The technician performs routine maintenance, diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems and components, maintains shop equipment, obtains parts through approved vendors, and assists with new-vehicle upfitting. The work must comply with applicable safety and environmental procedures, including requirements for handling recyclables, fluids, tires, and waste. Employment is contingent on clearing a pre-employment drug test. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

• Up to 2 years of related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to drive standard, automatic, and electric vehicles.
• Must clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Nice To Haves

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

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, electrical, and air-conditioning systems, including AC evacuation and recharge.
• Perform mechanical and component repairs, including work on tires, rear main seals, timing covers, radiators, and interior and exterior components.
• Test, maintain, and replace batteries and related electrical components.
• 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 per calendar year.
• Additional paid time off may include 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.
• The position may be eligible for additional compensation, including commission and/or an incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed