Automotive Mechanic

Craig & Landreth Auto Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay + commissions

401K matching

Paid training

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Mentorship and growth

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Craig & Landreth Auto Group in Louisville, KY seeks a Service Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles. You will work with a skilled team, discuss repairs with leadership, and provide accurate labor estimates. Expect ongoing training and opportunities for advancement.

The role emphasizes quality service, regulatory compliance, and a professional work environment with a strong mentorship culture. Compensation reflects experience and company practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination.
• Candidate demonstrates solid vehicle service skills and ethical work habits.
• State Inspector license and valid Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose vehicles
• Discuss repairs with shop foreman or service advisor
• Communicate additional service requests to service advisor
• Plan work in cooperation with shop foreman
• Provide labor estimates to service advisor
• Monitor repair time and update service advisor
• Maintain strict adherence to dealership policies on vehicle care and operation
• Complete story and/or documentation for client repairs
• Assist in mentoring technician trainees
• Attend company and factory training
• Keep current with factory technical bulletins
• Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations (such as disposal of hazardous waste)

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Repair skills

Team collaboration

Labor estimation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 months related experience

Tools

OBD-II scan tools

Job description

Service Technician – Automotive

We run an honest shop and need honest, hard-working techs. To be a success at our dealership, you need to have solid skills and solid ethics. We also know that to keep a good service tech, a dealership has to treat them right by paying them well and offering room for learning and advancement. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best in the business and make great money while doing it. If you love diagnosing and repairing vehicles while maintaining a positive attitude, then let’s talk!

Job Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose vehicles
• Discuss repairs with shop foreman or service advisor
• Communicate additional service requests to service advisor
• Plan work in cooperation with shop foreman
• Provide labor estimates to service advisor
• Monitor repair time and update service advisor
• Maintain strict adherence to dealership policies on vehicle care and operation
• Complete story and/or documentation for client repairs
• Assist in mentoring technician trainees
• Attend company and factory training
• Keep current with factory technical bulletins
• Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations (such as disposal of hazardous waste)

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED (general equivalency diploma); or 1 to 3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Operator Driver's License &State Inspection License

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive base pay plus commission and bonuses.
• 401K matching and PTO
• Paid training and ongoing support.
• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance options.
• Family-like team culture and mentorship.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth.

About Us

Craig & Landreth Auto Group has been in Business for over 50 years selling only quality used cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans to the public at great values. With multiple locations across Kentucky and Southern Indiana, Craig & Landreth Auto Group is here to serve your automotive needs!

We are proud to announce that we are an accredited business since 1975 with a BBB rating of an A+. We continue to thrive, because of our employees. Each team member can take advantage of our ongoing training programs, advancement opportunities and progressive culture. We love to develop our employees and promote from within. When you come work with us, you can look forward to these added benefits and employee perks!