Automotive Technician / Mechanical Associate

CarMax•Grand Rapids, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

CarMax is hiring Automotive Technicians to repair and recondition cars to meet CarMax's high standards. Automotive Technicians use their skills to diagnose, fix, and prepare vehicles for customers. This role involves repairing engines, adjusting steering and suspension, checking brakes, and more. The position offers a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment and production facilities for reconditioning. CarMax aims to help associates grow their careers and achieve their best, providing equipment, feedback, training, and support for new skillsets and accreditations.

Requirements

Experience in one or more of the following: engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, heating and air conditioning.
Knowledge of health and safety compliance.
Manual dexterity and physical stamina.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for extended periods.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Good communication skills and attention to detail.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications.
In California, for Certified Technicians (Mechanical Associate 4) maintain ASE Certification in Engine Repair (A1), Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), and Heating Air Conditioning (A7).
In California, for Master Certified Technicians (Mechanical Associate 5) maintain ASE Certification in Engine Repair (A1), Transmission/Transaxle (A2), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Electrical (A6), Heating Air Conditioning (A7) and Engine Performance (A8).

Responsibilities

Inspect, recondition, and repair vehicles to ensure CarMax customers can drive away feeling safe and at ease.
Work as part of a team to solve technical problems quickly and effectively.
Build experience as an automotive mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles.
Follow and promote high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organization.
Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars.
Perform general vehicle inspections and entry-level repairs for the mechanical reconditioning process per CarMax Quality Standards.
Conduct inspections of tires, brakes, batteries, and fluids.
Perform oil changes and replace air filters.
Identify frame, rust, and flood damage.