Used Vehicle Technician (SIGN ON BONUS)

RON MARHOFER AUTOMALL GROUP • Akron, OH

12d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Used Vehicle Technician inspects, diagnoses, and reconditions pre-owned vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards, ensuring quality and reliability across Ron Marhofer Auto Family’s used car inventory. The role performs mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic repairs; prepares parts and labor estimates; and conducts road tests to verify repairs. The technician follows OSHA and EPA safety guidelines, collaborates with service department team members, and stays informed about manufacturer technical bulletins and repair updates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solid technical knowledge of automotive systems, diagnostics, and repair procedures.
• Prior hands-on experience as an automotive technician performing repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
• Valid driver’s license meeting dealership insurability requirements.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic systems.
• Ability to accurately estimate parts and labor.
• Ability to follow OSHA and EPA safety guidelines.
• Ability to perform inspections requiring standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, and kneeling.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a vocational or technical automotive training program.
• Experience reconditioning used vehicles in a dealership setting.
• Familiarity with manufacturer technical bulletins.
• ASE certification.
• State inspection licensing where applicable.
• Ability to mentor and train apprentice technicians.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to ongoing manufacturer training to stay current with technical updates.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and recondition pre-owned vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic repairs, including multi-point inspections, oil changes, brake work, tire replacements, and suspension repairs.
• Prepare accurate estimates for parts and labor required for vehicle repairs and reconditioning.
• Conduct road tests to verify repair effectiveness and vehicle reliability.
• Maintain shop safety standards by following OSHA and EPA guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to uphold service department quality and efficiency.
• Stay informed about manufacturer technical bulletins and updates and follow current repair techniques and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED