Entry Level Automotive Technician - PT

Avis Budget Group • Windsor Locks, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Avis Budget Group is seeking a detail-oriented, mechanically inclined Entry Level Automotive Technician who is eager to learn and work on a wide variety of newer vehicles across multiple brands. This role is an excellent starting point for technicians aiming to gain experience, earn ASE certifications, and progress into higher-level mechanic positions. The technician will perform preventive maintenance and light repair work on the company's fleet of newer vehicles, including oil and fluid services, tire changes, rotations, basic repairs, and other routine maintenance tasks. Depending on experience, there may be opportunities to assist more experienced technicians with additional repairs and diagnostics. This role is crucial in ensuring vehicles are well-maintained and reliable, supporting vehicle availability and providing customers with a safe and dependable rental experience.

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 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 as needed.
• Ensure all work is performed in a safe and quality-focused manner.
• Enter, exit, and drive vehicles.

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 parking expenses
• Retirement benefits (401k)
• Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed