Automotive Technician

DriveTime • Kansas City, MO

12d

About The Position

DriveTime Family of Brands is hiring an Automotive Technician to inspect, diagnose, and perform advanced repairs and maintenance on its inventory vehicles. The role involves servicing multiple makes and models, conducting emissions testing and applicable state inspections, moving vehicles, managing inventory, documenting repairs, and using computer systems. Technicians explain vehicle issues and recommended repairs to management to help reduce rework and production delays. The position is safety sensitive and requires maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and compliant work area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• A certificate or associate degree in automotive technology, or equivalent work experience of at least 3 years in automotive repair.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Proficiency in automotive repairs and ability to troubleshoot basic automotive concerns.
• Ability to communicate causes of vehicle issues and recommended corrections.
• Ability to meet metric performance targets.
• Ability to learn and operate basic computer systems.
• Organized and punctual, with the ability to maintain a safe and compliant workspace and comply with DriveTime standards.
• Ability to communicate in English in a safety-sensitive and technical environment.
• Ability to adhere to regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform advanced repairs and maintenance on vehicles.
• Perform emissions testing and applicable state inspections.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on multiple makes and models of DriveTime inventory vehicles.
• Move vehicles and assist with inventory management.
• Explain automotive repairs and issues to management to minimize rework and production delays.
• Document all work performed in DriveTime systems.
• Use computer systems as needed.
• Keep the work area clean and organized to maintain safety and compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the company covering a sizable amount of premiums.
• 401(k).
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program with self-guided coaching and activities, cash incentives, and medical premium discounts.
• Competitive pay.
• Consistent work schedule; the workplace is closed on Sundays.
• Weekends off except during peak season.
• Paid time off, including wellness days, holidays, and personal time for full-time roles.

What This Job Offers

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