Automotive General Service Technician

AAA Club Alliance; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

2 weeks paid parental leave

401k with company match up to 7%

2+ weeks PTO in first year

Paid holidays

Volunteer opportunities + 1 day

Free AAA Membership

Continuing education reimbursement up

Job summary

AAA Club Alliance is hiring an Automotive General Service Technician in Columbus, OH. You will perform tire work, oil changes, and general maintenance while ensuring safety and quality. The role includes training, certifications, and opportunities to advance within the shop.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, parental leave, a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and ongoing ASE certification support. Must be able to lift 75 lbs and pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of automotive systems.
• Prior automotive maintenance or repair experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Authorized to work in the USA.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Mount, balance, and install tires.
• Perform maintenance services including oil changes and fluid flushes.
• Inspect vehicles and document findings.
• Maintain shop equipment and keep work area clean.
• Develop automotive knowledge for career growth.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Lifting 75 lbs

Tools

PC-based diagnostic tools

Job description

Drive Your Career Forward with AAA Club Alliance! Are you ready to fuel your passion for all things automotive? At AAA Club Alliance, we don’t just fix cars – we keep lives moving. As an Automotive General Service Technician, you’ll perform essential maintenance services that keep our members and customers safely on the road. From tire installations and rotations to oil changes and fluid services, you’ll showcase your skills with accuracy and efficiency while building a foundation for a rewarding automotive career. When you join AAA, you’re backed by over a century of trust, a network of support, and the resources to grow your skills. We invest in your success with access to state-of-the-art equipment, paid training, and career advancement opportunities – whether you want to move up to a Technician role or beyond.

Location: 686 Grandview Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

What We Offer:

The base compensation for this position is $16.37 - $23.02/hr. Actual pay will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.

Schedule: Full-time, 5 days per week. Team members are required to work Saturdays as part of their regular schedule. The workweek includes one scheduled day off during the week and Sundays off. Additional schedule adjustments may be made based on business needs and approved time off.

Training & Growth: Paid training, Paid ASE Certifications & opportunities to advance into higher-level technician roles.

Your Impact as an Automotive General Service Technician:

• Mount, balance, and install tires.
• Perform maintenance services including oil changes, fluid flush and replacement, belt and hose replacement, battery testing and replacement, and general automotive repairs.
• Conduct visual vehicle inspections and document findings.
• Maintain and clean shop equipment, including emptying and servicing portable fluid drains in accordance with shop guidelines.
• Continuously build automotive knowledge and technical skills to support future career growth.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Basic knowledge of automotive systems; familiarity with PC-based diagnostic tools a plus.
• Prior automotive maintenance or repair experience strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with the team.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Authorized to work in the USA.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings if offered a position (background, drug, fitness for duty).

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA Membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• And MORE!

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our Members and customers. We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. It is ACA’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA’s operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Job Category: Car Care Work from home or remote positions primary residence must reside within the footprint that AAA Club Alliance Inc. operates. Our club is located in Washington DC and 13 states including Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Virginia, and West Virginia. AAA Club Alliance is the result of AAA Mid-Atlantic, AAA Allied Group, AAA Oklahoma/South Dakota, and AAA Ohio Automobile Club joining, now representing nearly 7.4 million members in 13 states including Washington, D.C.

We’ve created an environment where you can look forward to coming to work and interacting with compassionate people who enjoy what they do and love supporting their team. We’re dedicated to keeping our Associates fulfilled and helping them feel secure. With such a diversity of products and services, our Associates have the opportunity to fulfill customer needs while growing their own career.

So that leaves one question, are you ready to make a difference? Are you being referred to one of our roles?

We recognize that you don’t stop being a parent, caretaker, pet owner, or student because you’re at work. We give our Associates the option to customize their experience in order to suit their individual needs and interests. We offer a wide array of benefits that give our Associates piece of mind– even after retirement. You can learn more about our benefit offerings here.

AAA Club Alliance complies with federal, state and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].