Auto Technician | Express and Flat-Rate Techs

Firstchoice-Hiring-; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Factory Training provided

Job summary

Kia of East Hartford is seeking an Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic to diagnose and repair vehicles in a fast-paced, customer‑focused shop. You will contribute to accurate diagnostics, quality repairs, and a great customer experience while growing with a team that values your expertise.

We offer an aggressive pay plan (Express Techs $23/hour, Flat Rate Techs $28+/hour), with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and paid factory training.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as automotive technician or mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of automotive systems and repair processes.
• Excellent problem solving and attention to detail.
• ASE certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and be a current resident.
• Pre-employment background checks required, including MVR and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicle issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with team members to provide top notch service.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on vehicles.
• Keep accurate records of repairs and services for each vehicle.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements.
• Follow dealership, manufacturer, and safety standards.

Skills

Automotive repair experience

Automotive systems knowledge

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

ASE certification preferred

Job description

Aggressive Pay Plan! We Believe in Paying for Top Talent!

Express Techs $23 per hour 5-day work week with rotating Saturdays

Flat Rate Techs $28+ per hour! Saturdays as needed

Experience Required

Are you passionate about cars and ready to take your skills to the next level? At Kia of East Hartford, we are looking for an Automotive Service Technician / Mechanic who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys solving problems. Join our team and be part of a company that values your expertise and offers opportunities for growth.
If you take pride in accurate diagnostics, quality repairs, and delivering a great customer experience, this is a place where your work is valued and your career can thrive.

Why Kia of East Hartford?

• Reputable, customer ‑ focused dealership with strong community presence
• High service volume providing steady, reliable work year ‑ round
• Supportive management that invests in technician growth and training
• Modern, well ‑ equipped service department with updated tools and technology
• Team ‑ oriented culture where your skills and contributions are recognized
• Aggressive pay plan! We pay for top talent!
• Express Techs $23 per hour / Flat Rate Techs $28+ per hour!
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Factory Training provided
• A career where your efforts are appreciated and rewarded
• State‑of‑the‑art facility

What You’ll Do:

• You'll spend your days diagnosing and repairing vehicle issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with team members to provide top-notch service and maintain a positive work environment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on vehicles, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards.
• Keep accurate records of repairs and services performed on each vehicle.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements to provide the best service possible.
• Follow all dealership, manufacturer, and safety standards

What You’ll Bring:

• Required: Proven experience as an automotive technician or mechanic.
• Required: Strong knowledge of automotive systems and repair processes.
• Required: Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Preferred: ASE certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Preferred: Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with customers.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and be a current resident.
• Pre‑employment background checks are required, including MVR, and drug screening.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, veteran or disability status, religion, age, gender orientation or other protected status.