General Service Technician | Up to $20/HR & Weekends Off | Inver Grove Heights
About The Position
Christian Brothers Automotive is hiring an entry-level Automotive General Service Technician / Mechanic at its independently owned and operated Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota location. The role is for an energetic, solution-oriented technician who values doing repairs correctly, communicating honestly, and supporting guest satisfaction. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour, with up to $20 per hour for experienced General Service Technicians. The technician performs routine maintenance and general repairs, completes courtesy vehicle inspections, communicates findings to the service team, and collaborates with other technicians to address guest concerns. The position also includes state-mandated emissions and safety inspections, compliance with applicable regulations, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized shop. The company describes a collaborative, supportive work environment with ongoing training, technical support, and opportunities for career development and advancement. The shop is closed every weekend. The position is at the Inver Grove Heights location; no remote or hybrid arrangement is stated.
Requirements
- Positive, energetic attitude and strong work ethic.
- Basic automotive mechanical knowledge and willingness to learn and grow.
- Ability to communicate mechanical issues effectively to the service team.
- Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
- Current valid driver's license.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move more than 50 pounds.
- Ability to work with tools on vehicles raised above one's head and in tight spaces.
- Dexterity to use hand tools efficiently.
- Ability to walk or stand for most of the workday.
- Ability to drive manual-transmission vehicles.
- Ability to maintain a brisk pace in a high-volume environment.
- Ability to navigate a computer efficiently.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent; preferred but not required.
- Driver's license is listed as preferred in the job overview.
Responsibilities
- Perform general maintenance and repair services, including oil changes, tire rotations, battery replacements, and suspension alignments.
- Complete full, accurate, and honest courtesy vehicle inspections.
- Work with the service department to communicate the extent of vehicle damage or malfunctions.
- Collaborate with other technicians to troubleshoot guest concerns quickly and effectively.
- Perform state-mandated vehicle emissions and safety inspections.
- Comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA right-to-know requirements and hazardous waste disposal rules.
- Maintain shop safety, cleanliness, and organization, including housekeeping as directed by management.
Benefits
- Paid holidays.
- Paid vacation that grows with tenure: 10 days initially, three weeks after five years.
- Employer-paid financial wellness program and app.
- Healthcare benefits available.
- Matching retirement plans.
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
- ASE certification reimbursement.
- Chaplain care support.
- Tool stipend.
- Employee appreciation events and team lunches.
- Employee point store with training-point rewards.
- Team member celebration program recognizing birthdays and achievements.
- Annual review process with opportunities to discuss goals and earn performance-based compensation increases.
- Uniforms provided.
- Toolbox relocation assistance.
- Real-time automotive technical support and technician training paths.
- Closed every weekend.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
