ASE Certified Automotive Technician $5000 Sign on Bonus PM Shift

CarMax; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 55,689 - 79,315; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

CarMax is looking for a Mechanical Associate in Palmdale, California. In this role, you will ensure vehicles meet CarMax's high standards for safety, reliability, and performance. Responsibilities include inspecting and repairing vehicles, collaborating with a skilled team, and upholding customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate should have experience in engine repair, suspension systems, brakes, and HVAC. ASE Certifications are required, and you must be able to lift heavy objects. CarMax offers a salary of $49.88 per hour along with benefits including paid sick and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area following health and safety requirements.

Skills

Engine repair

Steering and suspension

Brakes

HVAC systems

Health and safety compliance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ASE Certifications (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8)

Job description

Overview

6003 - Palmdale - 405 W Technology Drive, Palmdale, California, 93551

CarMax, the way your career should be! As a Mechanical Associate, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s standards for safety, reliability, and performance. At CarMax, we don’t just repair cars—we restore confidence for our customers. You’ll use your expertise to inspect and/or diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, from engines and brakes to steering and suspension systems. Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence, working in a modern, climate-controlled facility designed for efficiency and comfort. At CarMax, we invest in your growth with ongoing training, advanced tools, and a collaborative environment that helps you thrive.

Role Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s high standards for quality and safety
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively
• Gain hands-on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles
• Uphold CarMax’s commitment to customer satisfaction and trust
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems, based on the needs of the role
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license
• Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.

As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.

Compensation and Benefits

The Hourly Rate For This Position Is $49.88 per hour.

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time. Associates That Are Considered Full-time Hourly Or Commission/incentive Eligible:

• To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.