Automotive Technician / Mechanical Associate
About The Position
As a Mechanical Associate, you’ll help ensure vehicles meet CarMax standards for safety, reliability, and performance. You will inspect and/or diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, including work on engines, brakes, steering, and suspension systems. The role includes working with domestic and foreign vehicles alongside a skilled team to address technical challenges and support customer satisfaction. The position is based in a modern, climate-controlled facility. Associates receive ongoing training and use advanced tools in a collaborative work environment. The role also requires following CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety requirements and maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
Requirements
- Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems, based on the needs of the role.
- Strong understanding of health and safety compliance.
- Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Where required by state or local law, maintain ASE certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2).
Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax quality and safety standards.
- Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively.
- Work hands-on with domestic and foreign vehicles.
- Uphold CarMax’s commitment to customer satisfaction and trust.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Benefits
- Up to 48 hours of sick time per year, accrued per pay period, for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates.
- Between 80 and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service, for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates.
- Eight hours of pay for each of six scheduled paid holidays per year, plus one floating holiday, for eligible full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates.
- Holiday Premium Pay for eligible associates who work on a scheduled holiday due to business need.
- Paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick leave, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, and floating holidays for full-time salaried associates, subject to manager approval.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
