Apprentice Automotive Technician — Hands-on Growth

Murgado Automotive Group; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Ongoing training

Career development

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Honda of Libertyville, part of the Murgado Automotive Group, is hiring a full-time Apprentice Automotive Technician in Libertyville, IL. This on-site role expects 1–3 years of automotive repair experience and offers hands-on training in a busy service department.

You will perform maintenance, inspections, and light to moderate repairs using modern tools and dealership procedures. The position includes growth opportunities, competitive pay between $18 and $22 per hour, and benefits including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 to 3 years of experience as an Automotive Technician preferred.
• Automotive technical training program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Basic to intermediate diagnostic, troubleshooting, mechanical, and electrical repair skills.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and service information systems.
• ASE certification or Honda manufacturer certification is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, fluid services, and manufacturer-recommended maintenance.
• Perform light to moderate mechanical, electrical, brake, suspension, HVAC, and drivability repairs.
• Use diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and repair procedures to help identify vehicle concerns accurately.
• Complete repairs efficiently while meeting dealership quality and safety standards.
• Inspect vehicles, document findings, and recommend appropriate repairs or maintenance.
• Communicate clearly with service advisors about diagnoses, repair timelines, and recommended services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow dealership policies, manufacturer guidelines, and safety procedures.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Attention to detail

Communication with service advisors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Automotive technical training program / apprenticeship

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Service information systems

Job description

Apprentice Automotive Technician - Honda of Libertyville

Honda of Libertyville, part of the Murgado Automotive Group, is hiring a full-time Apprentice Automotive Technician for our busy and growing service department in Libertyville, IL. This is an on-site opportunity for technicians with 1 to 3 years of automotive repair experience who want steady work, hands-on training, and the opportunity to grow with a supportive dealership team.

You will perform maintenance, inspections, and light to moderate repairs while building your diagnostic skills and working with modern tools, dealership repair procedures, and an experienced service team. Honda experience and ASE certifications are a plus, but we welcome motivated technicians who are eager to learn and continue developing their automotive career.

Busy Shop. Steady Hours. Growth Opportunity. This position pays $18 to $22 per hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications. We are looking for motivated technicians who are ready to grow, learn, and contribute in a shop that stays busy.

Our advisors and service leadership team are focused on keeping work moving, supporting technicians, and helping team members build confidence and long-term skills.

If you are looking for:

• A busy dealership service department.
• Steady full-time work.
• Supportive leadership and experienced teammates.
• Opportunities to keep learning and improving.
• A place where reliability, effort, and quality work are valued.

This could be the right next step for you.

Benefits

• Pay range: $18 to $22 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Busy shop with no shortage of work.
• Steady full-time opportunity with room to grow.
• Hands-on experience with dealership repair procedures and modern diagnostic tools.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive dealership team environment.
• Growth opportunities within the Murgado Automotive Group.

A New Direction

We have built a strong leadership team, improved our processes, invested in our people, and created an environment where technicians can succeed.

Our focus is simple:

• Keep the shop loaded with work.
• Dispatch fairly.
• Support our technicians.
• Reward performance.

If you are dependable, motivated, and ready to build your career, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, fluid services, and manufacturer-recommended maintenance.
• Perform light to moderate mechanical, electrical, brake, suspension, HVAC, and drivability repairs.
• Use diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and repair procedures to help identify vehicle concerns accurately.

• Complete repairs efficiently while meeting dealership quality and safety standards.
• Inspect vehicles, document findings, and recommend appropriate repairs or maintenance.
• Communicate clearly with service advisors about diagnoses, repair timelines, and recommended services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow dealership policies, manufacturer guidelines, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 to 3 years of experience as an Automotive Technician in a dealership or automotive repair facility preferred.
• Automotive technical training program, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Basic to intermediate diagnostic, troubleshooting, mechanical, and electrical repair skills.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and service information systems.
• ASE certification or Honda manufacturer certification is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

About Honda of Libertyville

Honda of Libertyville is a premier Honda dealership serving the Libertyville area and a proud member of the Murgado Automotive Group. We are committed to excellent customer service, high-quality automotive solutions, and a professional work environment where technicians can grow their careers. We are also an easy commute – easy to get to from Fox Lake, Lake Villa, Gurnee, Grayslake, Mundelein, and more!

Apply Today

If you are an Automotive Technician with 1 to 3 years of experience looking for a full-time dealership opportunity in Libertyville, IL, apply today to join the Honda of Libertyville service team.

$18 - $22 an hour

Opportunities for performance-based pay as well.

Murgado Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Murgado Automotive Group does not discriminate in employment on account of race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation/transgender status, age disability, martial/parental status, citizenship status, military status, political affiliation and/or beliefs, pregnancy, order of protection status or other non-merit status.

We are an employer who participates in the E-verify program with the Department ofHomeland and Security.