Sr Automotive Technician, Manheim

Cox Communications•Hayward, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is seeking a Senior Auto Maintenance Technician to perform master-level automotive maintenance and repair, including heavy-duty work and duties performed by Level 1 and Level 2 auto technicians. The role includes advanced diagnostics, clutch and transmission replacement, identifying needed parts and coordinating with parts and procurement teams, and raising difficult issues and trends with team leads or management. The technician may also upfit new vehicles with necessary equipment and may be required to perform OEM recalls. The position has no remote option and must be performed at a specified Cox location. It is a day-shift role with no travel. Hourly base pay is $32.07–$48.13, with possible additional commission or incentive compensation. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test; the company does not currently test for marijuana for this position.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
At least 5 years of automotive service and repair experience.
Ability to drive standard, automatic, and electric vehicles.
Must have transmission experience.
Continue training to keep up with changes in automotive technology.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Current ASE Certifications A1–A9; L1 certification in emissions states when required by leadership.
Diesel experience.

Responsibilities

Perform heavy-duty automotive work and duties of Level 1 and Level 2 auto technicians.
Perform advanced and complex diagnostics.
Replace clutches and transmissions.
Identify required parts and coordinate with parts and procurement teams to acquire parts, supplies, and materials.
Alert the team lead and/or management to difficult issues, patterns, and trends.
Work independently or as part of a team.
May upfit new vehicles with necessary equipment.
May perform OEM recalls.

Benefits

At least 16 hours of paid time off per month.
Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Bereavement leave.
Time off to vote.
Jury duty leave.
Volunteer time off.
Military leave.
Parental leave.
Health care insurance, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement planning.
Paid days off, including sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.