Associate, General Maintenance

Mercedes-Benz Vans USA

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Mitarbeiterhandy möglich

Mitarbeiter Events

Gesundheitsmaßnahmen

Betriebliche Altersversorgung

Mobilitätsangebote

Flexible Arbeitszeit möglich

Mitarbeiterrabatte möglich

Coaching

Mitarbeiterbeteiligung möglich

Parkplatz

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz USA sucht eine/n Assoc, Operation Support im Einstiegsbereich in Baltimore. Sie erhalten strukturierte Schulungen in Mechanik, Lackierung oder Karosserie und arbeiten eng mit erfahrenen Technikern zusammen, um Fahrzeuge qualitätsgerecht bereitzustellen.

Zu den Aufgaben gehören Unterstützung bei Reparaturen, Inspektionen, Dokumentation der Arbeiten und Mitarbeit bei Sicherheits- und Qualitätsstandards.

Qualifications

Schulabschluss der High School oder gleichwertig erforderlich.
Mechanische Begabung bzw. praktische Erfahrung bevorzugt.
Grundkenntnisse mit Handwerkzeugen und Diagnosetechnik von Vorteil.
Bereitschaft zu Lernen und Teamarbeit in einem dynamischen Umfeld.

Responsibilities

Unterstützung erfahrener Techniker bei Reparaturen, Inspektionen und Systemdiagnosen.
Durchführung grundlegender mechanischer, Lackier- oder Karosserieaufgaben unter Anleitung.
Dokumentation der Arbeiten gemäß interner Prozesse und Qualitätsstandards.
Vorbereitung von Fahrzeugen für Abnahmen und Qualitätssicherung.

Skills

Problemlösungsfähigkeit

Teamfähigkeit

Lernbereitschaft

Handwerkliches Geschick

Education

Abschluss der High School oder gleichwertig

Tools

Handwerkzeuge

Diagnosewerkzeuge

Job description

About Us

Mercedes-Benz USA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. In our people, you will find tremendous commitment to our corporate values. Our products and employees reflect this dedication. We are looking for diverse top-notch individuals to join the Mercedes-Benz Team and uphold these hallmarks.

Aufgaben

Job Overview

The Assoc, Operation Support is an entry-level, hands-on role designed to develop skilled technicians, painters, or body workers who contribute to the diagnosis, repair, and reconditioning of Mercedes-Benz vehicles prior to their distribution. The Assoc, Operation Support will select a specific discipline – Mechanical, Paint, or Body, and receive structured, formal training in that area.

Day-to-day, the Assoc, Operation Support supports senior members of their chosen discipline in all activities required to ensure vehicles are repaired, validated, and delivered to customers on schedule and in Mercedes-Benz quality standards.

This position provides a unique opportunity to build foundational technical skills while contributing directly to vehicle readiness, quality, and throughput.

Responsibilities

Assist senior technicians in completing repairs, inspections, component replacements, and system diagnostics within chosen discipline
Perform basic mechanical, paint, or body tasks such as removing components, preparing work areas, handling tools, and completing assigned sub-tasks under supervision
Support root-cause investigations and execution of corrective actions
Document work performed in accordance with internal processes and quality standards

Training & Skill Development (40%)

Participate in company-provided formal training and certification pathways for the chosen discipline
Maintain required training progress and demonstrate growing proficiency in technical tasks
Learn and apply standard operating procedures, safety practices, and technical workflows

Vehicle Readiness & Workflow Support (25%)

Prepare vehicles for senior technicians (e.g., staging, cleaning components, setting up diagnostic equipment, tagging and tracking parts, etc.)
Support repair, paint, or body shop organization, inventory management, and tool upkeep to ensure efficient workflow
Assist in quality checks and post-repair validation activities as direction

Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety protocols related to mechanical, paint, or body work; tooling; lifts; PPE; and hazardous materials handling
Immediately identify and elevate safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, or non-standard or unsafe conditions
Ensure adherence to company policies, environmental requirements, and work instructions

Qualifikationen

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience (professional, educational, military, or hobbyist)
Prior automotive, mechanical, or technical exposure (trade school, apprenticeship, shop experience, etc.) preferred
Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, or diagnostic equipment preferred
Basic understanding of automotive systems preferred

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn automotive discipline (mechanical, paint, or body)
Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods
Ability to work in shop conditions

Success Factors

Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to take initiative
Commitment to safety and quality
Ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge
Team- and customer-first mindset with flexibility to support shifting repair priorities
Positive attitude and desire to grow into a fully skilled technician, painter, or body worker

EEO Statement

Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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