Automotive Express/Maintenance Technician

Wyatt Johnson Kia; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employer-Contributed 401(k)

Paid Vacation & Holidays

PTO

Paid Training & Employee Development

Career Growth & Advancement

Employee Discounts on Vehicles, Parts,

Tuition Reimbursement for Automotive

Job summary

Wyatt Johnson Kia, a Hudson Automotive Group member in Clarksville, TN, is seeking motivated Automotive Express/Maintenance Technicians. We offer $18/hour starting pay, comprehensive training, and a clear path to advanced technician roles for recent graduates or techs with 1–2 years of experience.

Join our high-volume shop with mentorship from experienced Kia technicians, manufacturer training, and a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• Experience performing oil changes and multi-point inspections.
• Ability to rotate tires and inspect brakes, steering and suspension.
• Familiarity with maintenance services per Kia/dealership standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform oil changes and multi-point inspections.
• Complete Video MPI to communicate vehicle condition.
• Rotate and balance tires; replace air and cabin air filters and wiper blades.
• Inspect brakes, steering and suspension; check fluids and replenish as needed.
• Perform maintenance services per Kia standards and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.

Skills

Oil changes

Multi-point inspections

Tire rotation

Brake inspection

Vehicle maintenance

Team environment

Valid driver's license

Customer-focused

Education

Automotive technical education or training

Job description

Automotive Express/Maintenance TechnicianWyatt Johnson Kia | Hudson Automotive GroupStart at $18/HourPerfect for Recent Graduates & Technicians with 1-2 Years of Experience $18/Hour Starting Pay Paid Kia Technician Development Program Climate-Controlled, State-of-the-Art Facility High-Volume Shop with Consistent Workflow Tool Assistance Program Paid Time Off Beginning Day One (Full-Time Employees) Clear Career Path to Diagnostic, Hybrid & Master Technician RolesLaunch Your Automotive Career at Wyatt Johnson KiaAre you looking for an opportunity to turn your passion for automotive repair into a long-term, rewarding career?Wyatt Johnson Kia, a proud member of Hudson Automotive Group, is seeking motivated Automotive Express/Maintenance Technicians to join our award-winning, high-volume service team.Whether you're a recent automotive school graduate or a technician with 1-2 years of experience, we provide the training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities needed to help you become a highly skilled Kia Technician.With a steady workflow, experienced mentors, and industry-leading training programs, you'll gain the knowledge and experience needed to build a successful future.Why Choose Wyatt Johnson Kia? $18/Hour Starting Pay Kia Technician Career Development Program Clearly Defined Career Path from Express Technician to Master Technician One-on-One Mentorship from Experienced Kia Technicians Climate-Controlled Service Facility High-Volume Shop with Consistent Repair Orders Company-Paid Kia Manufacturer Training Paid Time Off Beginning Day One Career Growth Opportunities Throughout Hudson Automotive GroupWhat You'll DoAs an Express/Maintenance Technician, you'll play a critical role in helping customers maintain the safety, reliability, and performance of their vehicles by:Performing oil changes and multi-point inspectionsCompleting Video Multi-Point Inspections (Video MPIs) to communicate vehicle condition and maintenance recommendationsRotating and balancing tiresReplacing engine air filters, cabin air filters, and wiper bladesInspecting brakes, steering, suspension, and other key vehicle componentsChecking and replenishing vehicle fluid levelsCompleting maintenance services according to Kia and dealership standardsIdentifying repair opportunities and communicating findings to managementMaintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environmentQualificationsPreferredPrevious automotive experienceAutomotive technical education or trainingMaintenance or express technician experienceRequiredValid Driver's LicenseCustomer-focused attitudeSelf-motivated, dependable, and coachableDesire to learn and build a long-term automotive careerAbility to thrive in a fast-paced team environmentBenefits We OfferMedical, Dental & Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployer-Contributed 401(k)Paid Vacation & HolidaysAccrued PTOPaid Training & Employee DevelopmentCareer Growth & Advancement OpportunitiesEmployee Discounts on Vehicles, Parts & ServicesBalanced Work ScheduleTool Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement for Automotive Technology Students & Recent GraduatesAbout Hudson Automotive GroupFounded in 1948, Hudson Automotive Group is a third-generation, family-owned and operated organization that has grown into one of the largest automotive retail groups in the Southeast, with 60+ dealerships and more than 4,500 employees across eight states.We believe in promoting from within, investing in our employees, and creating career opportunities that help talented individuals grow professionally and financially.Start Your Career with Wyatt Johnson KiaIf you're looking for a dealership that offers paid manufacturer training, career advancement opportunities, a supportive team environment, and the chance to learn from some of the best technicians in the industry, apply today and join the Wyatt Johnson Kia team.Learn More. Earn More. Grow More. Build Your Future at Wyatt Johnson Kia.Wyatt Johnson Kia and Hudson Automotive Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants must successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including background check, motor vehicle record review, drug screening, and verification of a valid driver's license.