Automotive Technician

DriveTime•Charlotte, NC

24d

About The Position

DriveTime is the nation’s largest privately owned used car sales, finance, and servicing company, with transparent, no-haggle dealerships nationwide. The Automotive Technician inspects, diagnoses, maintains, and performs advanced repairs on DriveTime inventory vehicles across multiple makes and models. The role also involves emissions testing where applicable, 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, and maintain a clean, organized, safe, and compliant work area. This is a safety-sensitive position. Open interviews are available for walk-in candidates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Requirements

Proficiency in automotive repairs.
Ability to troubleshoot basic automotive concerns.
Ability to communicate the causes of vehicle issues and recommended corrections.
Ability to meet metric performance targets.
Ability to learn and operate basic computer systems.
Organization and punctuality.
Ability to maintain a safe and compliant workspace.
Ability to learn and comply with DriveTime standards.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently and carry or transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently stretch, reach, walk, stoop, push, and pull.
Excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity.
Ability to use safety equipment, including face shields or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, and other protective garments and equipment.
Ability to drive and type frequently.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Ability to communicate in English in a safety-sensitive and technical environment.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and perform advanced repairs on DriveTime inventory vehicles across multiple makes and models.
Perform emissions testing where applicable.
Move vehicles and manage inventory.
Explain automotive repairs and issues to management to minimize rework and production delays.
Document all work performed in DriveTime systems.
Keep the work area clean and organized and maintain safety and compliance.
Use basic computer systems.