Automotive Service Technician

Lithia & Driveway • Middletown, NY

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About The Position

Lexus of Orange County is hiring automotive technicians at all experience levels for a full-time role in a busy, growing dealership service shop. The position pays a flat rate of $20.00 to $41.00 per hour, based on experience, and includes a $3,500 sign-on bonus for qualified technicians. The role is also eligible for short- and/or long-term incentives, including bonuses based on production and productivity. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location, and will be established during the interview process.

Technicians inspect, repair, and maintain vehicles, including brake, suspension, and steering work. They complete work to dealership and safety standards, road-test vehicles when needed, document services and recommendations, and maintain their work areas and equipment. The dealership provides a heated and air-conditioned shop, built-in tool boxes and work benches, ASE testing cost coverage, and in-house Lexus training and certification. Career growth opportunities are available across Lithia & Driveway’s nationwide dealership network.

The company offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid holidays and PTO; short- and long-term disability; paid life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; an employee stock purchase plan; vehicle purchase discounts; and wellness programs. Applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent and at least 18 years old. The workplace is drug-free, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a dealership or private repair shop.
• Up-to-date ASE and manufacturer certifications.
• Experience using scan tools and service information systems.
• Proficiency in engine maintenance and basic electrical diagnostics.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Valid driver's license in the state of residence.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive technicians of all experience levels are welcomed; no additional preferred qualifications are specified.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles to identify needed repairs and maintenance.
• Perform vehicle repairs and maintenance, including brake, suspension, and steering repairs.
• Complete work accurately according to dealership and safety standards in collaboration with Service Advisors.
• Road-test vehicles as needed to confirm service quality.
• Clearly document completed services and recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Support the service team with additional maintenance tasks as needed.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus for qualified technicians.
• Short- and/or long-term incentives, including production/productivity bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Vehicle purchase discounts.
• Wellness programs.
• ASE testing costs covered.
• In-house Lexus training and certification provided.
• Heated and air-conditioned shop.
• Built-in tool boxes and work benches provided.
• Career growth opportunities across 300+ dealerships nationwide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED