Production Automotive Technician $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
As an Automotive Technician, you’ll help ensure every vehicle meets CarMax standards for safety, quality, and reliability. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and reconditioning vehicles, including work on engines, brakes, steering, suspension, and other mechanical and electrical systems. Technicians perform tasks aligned with their experience level and develop greater independence as their skills grow. The position is based in a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment and involves collaborating with teammates to meet production goals while upholding CarMax values and safety requirements. The position offers an hourly rate of $20.20–$35.40 and is eligible for commission. External candidates hired for the role qualify for a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates may accrue up to 48 hours of sick time per year and receive 80–200 hours of vacation per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on continuous service. They also receive pay for six scheduled holidays and one floating holiday; holiday premium pay may apply if they work on a scheduled holiday due to business needs.
Requirements
- Basic to intermediate experience in automotive repair, including engines, brakes, suspension, or HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of workplace safety protocols and compliance standards.
- Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Physical stamina and manual dexterity, including the ability to lift, walk, and stand for extended periods.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Where required by state or local law, maintain ASE certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating and Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2).
Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax standards, with tasks aligned to experience level.
- Perform automotive services ranging from basic maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Complete multi-point inspections and accurately document findings and completed work according to established processes.
- Repair or replace vehicle components such as trim, seals, and panels as part of reconditioning efforts.
- Assist with alignment, suspension, and performance diagnostics, developing independence as skills grow.
- Uphold CarMax values of integrity, respect, transparency, and accountability while developing technical expertise.
- Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean, orderly work area.
Benefits
- $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualifying external candidates hired.
- Commission eligibility.
- Up to 48 hours of sick time per year for eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates.
- Between 80 and 200 hours of vacation per year after a 90-day waiting period for eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates, depending on years of continuous service.
- Eight hours of pay for each of six scheduled holidays per year, plus one floating holiday, for eligible full-time hourly or commissioned associates.
- Holiday premium pay when eligible associates work a scheduled holiday due to business need.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
