All level Automotive Technicians

Lithia & Driveway•Maplewood, MN

7d•$17 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Audi St. Paul is hiring automotive technicians at light-duty and journeyman levels. The full-time position is based in St. Paul, Minnesota, and is scheduled Monday through Friday. Pay is flat rate and varies by level: $17.00–$30.00 per flagged hour for Light Duty Technicians and $27.80–$39.15 for Journeyman Technicians, with a production bonus. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location, and will be established during the interview process. The position may also be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. Technicians perform maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs in accordance with repair orders and applicable Audi, manufacturer, dealership, and safety standards. Duties depend on technician level and experience. The role offers training and career development opportunities, and technicians are expected to participate in ongoing technical development and obtain and maintain applicable ASE and manufacturer certifications. Applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent, at least 18 years old, and have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. The employer is a drug-free workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to follow manufacturer procedures and dealership safety standards.
Ability to safely operate vehicles, lifts, tools, and shop equipment.
Commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
Journeyman applicants must have previous professional automotive repair experience and be able to independently diagnose vehicle concerns and perform repairs efficiently and accurately.

Nice To Haves

For Light Duty Technicians: entry-level automotive repair or maintenance experience.
For Light Duty Technicians: automotive technical school, quick-lube, tire-shop, or other hands-on mechanical experience.
For Light Duty Technicians: familiarity with basic maintenance, brakes, tires, suspension, steering, or alignments.
For Light Duty Technicians: basic knowledge of automotive systems and shop equipment.
Willingness to learn and continue developing technical skills.
Interest in obtaining ASE and manufacturer certifications.
For Journeyman Technicians: experience diagnosing and completing complex mechanical repairs.
For Journeyman Technicians: strong knowledge of suspension, steering, alignment, brake, electrical, and vehicle systems.
ASE and/or manufacturer certifications.
Audi, Volkswagen, German, European, or luxury automotive experience.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and automotive repairs according to repair orders.
Complete oil changes, tire services, brake, suspension, steering, alignment, and other mechanical repairs.
Diagnose vehicle concerns and determine appropriate repair solutions based on experience level.
Complete repairs according to Audi, manufacturer, dealership, and safety standards.
Perform multipoint inspections and identify recommended maintenance or repair needs.
Road-test vehicles to verify repair quality and vehicle performance.
Accurately document repairs, diagnostic results, and labor time.
Maintain the tools necessary to complete assigned work.
Participate in ongoing technical training and development.
Obtain and maintain applicable ASE and manufacturer certifications.

Benefits

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
Lithia Learning Center
Vehicle purchase discounts
Wellness programs
Competitive pay
Short-term and/or long-term incentives may be available as part of total compensation.