Automotive Ford Technician / Mechanic

DARCARS Automotive Group; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Flexible work schedules

Closed Sundays

Competitive pay

401k

Employee discounts on vehicle parts &

Paid Holidays and PTO

ASE certification reimbursement

Tenure bonuses

Apprenticeship program available

State Inspection training

Community service initiatives

Internal career advancement

Job summary

DARCARS Lanham Ford is hiring experienced Automotive Technicians to join our service team. This position offers $30–$50 per hour based on experience, with seniority bonuses and a robust benefits plan.

You will diagnose, maintain, and repair Ford vehicles across cars, trucks, and SUVs, using Ford diagnostic systems and the latest vehicle technologies. Join a dealership that values quality, safety, and career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years automotive technician experience required.
• Ford factory training and certifications are a plus.
• ASE certifications and A/C certification are a plus.
• Experience with Ford diagnostic systems and repair procedures preferred.
• Must have basic hand tools and the ability to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Document all work performed and recommended on repair orders.
• Make accurate use of the multi-point inspection form on each vehicle.
• Communicate with service advisor when additional work is needed or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Maintain technician proficiency as specified by DARCARS standards.
• Conduct road test to determine work needed and to confirm work was successfully completed when necessary and practical.
• Perform all levels of diagnosis and repair on vehicles.
• Perform all levels of preventive/routine maintenance services.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tools

Ford diagnostic tools

Job description

DARCARS Lanham Ford is now Hiring Experienced Ford Technicians / Mechanics

Potential Earnings Based on Experience: $30–$50 per Hour + Seniority Bonuses

DARCARS Ford is now hiring experienced Automotive Technicians / Mechanics to join our service team! If you have a passion for Ford vehicles, enjoy diagnosing complex automotive issues, and want to grow your career with a dealership that invests in its technicians, we want to hear from you.

As a Ford Automotive Technician, you will perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Ford vehicles, including cars, trucks, SUVs, and Ford’s latest vehicle technologies. You will use your technical knowledge and diagnostic skills to identify concerns, complete quality repairs, and help ensure every vehicle is safe and ready for the road.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 3+ years of previous automotive technician experience required


• Ford factory training and certifications are a plus


• ASE certifications and A/C certification are a plus


• Experience with Ford diagnostic systems and repair procedures preferred


• Must have basic hand tools and the ability to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs


• Proficient in routine maintenance, vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and general automotive repair


• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical systems, engine performance concerns, HVAC systems, steering and suspension components, driveline systems, and other vehicle systems


• Production averaging over 100%


• Commitment to quality repairs, customer satisfaction, and dealership performance standards


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record


• Must successfully complete required pre-employment screening

Benefits

• 4- day work week available


• Flexible work schedules


• Closed Sundays


• Competitive pay


• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including 401k


• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts and service repairs


• Paid Holidays and PTO


• ASE certification reimbursement


• Tenure Bonuses


• Apprenticeship program available


• State Inspection training


• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives


• Internal career advancement opportunities

In this role, you will:

• Document all work performed and recommended on assigned repair order


• Make accurate use of the multi-point inspection form on each vehicle


• Communicate with service advisor when additional work is needed or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time


• Maintain technician proficiency as specified by DARCARS standards


• Conduct road test to determine work needed and to confirm work was successfully completed when necessary and practical


• Perform all levels of diagnosis and repair on vehicles


• Perform all levels of preventive/routine maintenance services


• Utilize product and technical training as assigned by the manufacturer and management


• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs and schools to continuously expand your knowledge of new technology


• Maintain manufacturer (CSI) Customer Satisfaction Index at or above the DARCARS specified goal(s) in service for district, regional and national scores


• Complete the work, notations and time-keeping necessary to the successful completion of warranty repair orders and the filing of warranty claims


• Report to management any situation or condition that would jeopardize the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its customers or employees


• Take care to ensure that customer’s vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced


• Understand and complete required training for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc


• Comply with all federal, state and local laws, as well as company policy, regarding safeguarding all customer vehicles, property and information


• Other duties maybe assigned by management

This job advertisement in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This advertisement is merely a preview of the role in solicitation. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.

We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.

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