Internal/Used Car Technician

Lithia & Driveway•Bryan, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Bryan College Station is hiring an Internal/Used Car Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and recondition used vehicles before they reach the sales lot. The position focuses on preparing pre-owned inventory to meet dealership safety, operational, appearance, and quality standards, with limited customer interaction. The technician works on a variety of domestic and import vehicles and collaborates with service, parts, and used vehicle departments to complete repairs and meet production and turnaround goals. This is a full-time, onsite position. Technicians report to the Shop Foreman and Service Manager. The dealership offers access to Mopar and Stellantis factory training, opportunities to pursue ASE and OEM certifications, and potential career paths into roles such as Main Shop Technician, CDJR Certified Technician, Diesel Technician, Shop Foreman, or Team Lead. The shop is equipped with modern tools, equipment, and diagnostic resources.

Requirements

At least 3 years of automotive technician experience.
Previous dealership or independent repair shop experience.
Experience working on domestic and import vehicles.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
High school graduate or equivalent.
At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in a variety of vehicle types, including SUVs, trucks, luxury vehicles, and performance vehicles.
Interest in learning advanced vehicle technologies, including ADAS, hybrid and electric vehicle systems, connectivity, and driver assistance features.
Interest in pursuing OEM certifications and additional ASE certifications.

Responsibilities

Inspect and recondition used vehicle inventory.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, suspension, steering, braking, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and drivability concerns.
Complete maintenance services and repairs to prepare vehicles for customer-facing sale.
Identify and document repair recommendations according to dealership standards.
Perform quality inspections to ensure vehicles meet safety, operational, and appearance standards.
Meet internal production goals and vehicle turnaround timelines.
Use scan tools, service information systems, and electronic repair resources to diagnose concerns.
Collaborate with service, parts, and used vehicle departments to ensure repairs are completed.
Maintain accurate repair orders and documentation.