Automotive Recon Technician

Penske Automotive Group•San Diego, CA

10h•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lexus of San Diego, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is hiring an experienced Reconditioning Technician to perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of vehicle makes and models so they meet dealership standards for resale and customer satisfaction. The position applies broad technical knowledge to diagnose and repair vehicles, communicates technical information to Service Advisors and leadership, and ensures accurate estimates and work orders and compliance with manufacturer standards for quality and timeliness. The technician must also follow applicable safety regulations and procedures, including those for hazardous waste, OSHA, and personal protective equipment. The position primarily works in an automotive shop. The covered workspace may involve heat, cold, and other work-related safety hazards, as well as regular loud noise. The role requires prolonged standing and regular physical activity, including lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grasping, walking, and repetitive motion. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required. Compensation is based on production and qualifications. The flat rate starts at $32–$36 per hour, with a minimum hourly rate of $33.80; expected annual pay is $70,000–$100,000. The employer offers health care options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) savings and retirement plan with company match, training, career-growth opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and excellent working conditions.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in automotive repair; dealership or high-volume reconditioning experience is ideal.
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of automotive systems, tools, and repair processes.
Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment.
Exceptional customer-service and communication skills, including listening to customers and explaining technical terms to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work well in a team environment and maintain a positive, reliable, enthusiastic, team-player attitude.
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to use technical reference materials and manuals in written and online formats.
Ability to follow processes and manage time effectively, including prioritizing work.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.
Automotive-based education or technical training.
Experience working on multiple brands.
Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, with two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles of various makes and models.
Recondition vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards for quality, resale, and customer satisfaction.
Communicate technical information about vehicles clearly to Service Advisors and leadership.
Ensure estimates and work orders are accurate and repairs and maintenance meet manufacturer standards for quality and timeliness.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations affecting shop operations, including hazardous-waste handling and disposal, OSHA requirements, and use of personal protective equipment.
Follow processes that ensure quality and safety.