Automotive Apprentice Technician

Wilde Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram; North Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Wilde Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Waukesha, Wisconsin is seeking an Apprentice Technician to support the service department. The role involves performing vehicle repairs and maintenance, diagnosing concerns, and road-testing to verify quality while adhering to safety protocols.

Training toward manufacturer and ASE certifications is provided as you develop skills in a busy, full-service dealership. You will need to have automotive repair or maintenance experience, hold a valid driver's license,

Qualifications

• Automotive repair or maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, repair, and service procedures.
• 1+ years of experience using automotive tools and shop equipment.
• Commitment to safe, accurate, and quality repairs.
• Willingness to complete required manufacturer and technical training.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle repairs and maintenance according to repair orders and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose vehicle concerns and complete accurate repairs.
• Road-test vehicles to confirm repair quality and proper operation.
• Document repairs, diagnostic results, and time spent on each service.
• Follow all dealership and shop safety procedures.
• Maintain required tools and keep the service bay clean and organized.
• Complete assigned technical training and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications.
• Communicate with service team members to support quality repairs.

Skills

Automotive repair

Vehicle diagnostics

Shop equipment operation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Dealership: L0554 Wilde Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Wilde Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Hiring: Apprentice Technician Pay: $19.00 per hour Schedule: We ask that you have open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand. You will need to be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Reports to: Service Manager Onsite in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Why Join Our Team?

At Wilde Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Waukesha, you'll join an established dealership known for creating strong customer experiences across sales, service, and parts. Our team serves drivers throughout Waukesha and the greater Milwaukee area with a guest-first approach and the resources of a full-service dealership. Wilde CDJR has earned strong customer feedback, including a 4.8-star rating with more than 1,000 DealerRater reviews and recognition as a 2026 Consumer Dealer Award recipient. Join a team where quality service and long-term customer relationships matter. You'll have the opportunity to build your skills, contribute to a busy dealership, and grow your automotive career with a team committed to doing great work.

What You’ll Do

• Perform vehicle repairs and maintenance according to repair orders and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose vehicle concerns and complete accurate repairs.
• Road-test vehicles to confirm repair quality and proper operation.
• Document repairs, diagnostic results, and time spent on each service.
• Follow all dealership and shop safety procedures.
• Maintain required tools and keep the service bay clean and organized.
• Complete assigned technical training and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications.
• Communicate with service team members to support quality repairs.

What You’ll Bring

• Automotive repair or maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, repair, and service procedures.
• 1+ years of experience using automotive tools and shop equipment.
• Commitment to safe, accurate, and quality repairs.
• Willingness to complete required manufacturer and technical training.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers.

We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars.

We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required.

We are a drug-free workplace.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life.

Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers' needs whether in person, online or a combination of both.

Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD).

Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless.

Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!