Operations - Auto Technician I

Continental Battery Systems•Dover, DE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Technician performs a wide range of in-shop vehicle maintenance and repair services in a full-service automotive facility. The role includes diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining customer vehicles, including tire services, oil changes, battery replacement, and general mechanical repairs. The technician is expected to have hands-on experience with more advanced repairs such as engine and transmission work, diagnose issues accurately, recommend appropriate repairs, and complete work efficiently while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include installing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing automotive components, including batteries of all sizes. The technician also performs preventative maintenance and ensures work complies with company policies and procedures. The position is entirely shop-based, with no field service required. The technician may also assist with light warehouse duties, including handling inventory, receiving shipments, and managing used battery recycling according to safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge, is reliable and committed to continuous improvement, and contributes to a productive and safe shop environment. The position is classified as regular, non-exempt, and may be full-time or part-time. Normal hours are commonly an eight-hour shift scheduled between 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Requirements

Minimum 1–3 years of hands-on experience as an Automotive Technician in a full-service shop.
Ability to independently perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire services, and battery replacement.
Ability to diagnose mechanical issues and begin work with minimal supervision.
AA degree in Automotive Technology or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications such as ASE or similar.
Experience with more complex repairs, including engine and/or transmission work.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain customer vehicles in a full-service automotive facility.
Perform tire services, oil changes, battery replacement, and general mechanical repairs.
Perform engine and transmission work and other advanced repairs.
Accurately diagnose vehicle issues and recommend appropriate repairs.
Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and replace automotive components, including batteries of all sizes.
Perform preventative maintenance and ensure work aligns with company policies and procedures.
Maintain high safety and quality standards while completing work efficiently.
Assist with light warehouse duties, including handling inventory and receiving shipments.
Manage used battery recycling in accordance with safety guidelines.