Entry Level Automotive Technician - FT

Avis Budget GroupBuffalo, NY
Onsite

About The Position

Avis Budget Group is seeking a detail-oriented, mechanically inclined individual to join their team as an Entry Level Automotive Technician. This full-time position offers a great opportunity to build an automotive career, gain hands-on experience with a variety of newer vehicles across multiple brands, and earn ASE certifications. The role involves performing preventive maintenance and light repair work on the company's fleet, supporting vehicle availability and ensuring a safe, dependable rental experience for customers. Depending on experience, there may be opportunities to assist more experienced technicians with additional repairs and diagnostics.

Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • At least 6 months of auto maintenance experience or automotive technical school coursework
  • Ability to obtain at least 1 ASE certification within the first year
  • Comfortable working in a mechanical shop with moderate to loud noise levels
  • Basic computer skills, including typing and data entry
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit and kneel frequently
  • Must be able to enter, exit and drive vehicles
  • Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
  • This position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely

Nice To Haves

  • 6 months auto maintenance experience or completion of an automotive technical school program is a bonus

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive maintenance and light repair work on fleet vehicles.
  • Conduct oil and fluid services.
  • Perform tire changes and rotations.
  • Execute basic repairs and other routine maintenance tasks.
  • Assist more experienced technicians with additional repairs and diagnostics (depending on experience).
  • Ensure work is performed in a safe and quality-focused manner.
  • Support vehicle availability by keeping vehicles well-maintained and reliable.

Benefits

  • Bi-weekly pay (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
  • On-the-job training to expand automotive and mechanical abilities
  • Support toward ASE certification
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and other insurance
  • Flexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or expenses
  • Retirement benefits (401k)
  • Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
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