Automotive Mechanic - Technician

CarGuys Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Signing bonuses

Paid training for automotive certifications

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

CarGuys Inc. is actively seeking automotive mechanics of all experience levels to perform essential repairs and maintenance on vehicles. Located in Iowa, the role offers full-time opportunities with competitive pay, signing bonuses, and incentives. Mechanics will enjoy the development of skills leading to advancement into roles such as Lead Tech or Shop Foreman.

In addition to competitive wages, the position provides paid training for key automotive certifications, and the recruiter matches mechanics with shops that suit their career goals and work style.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Own a complete set of repair tools.
• Dedicated to automobiles and able to thrive in a high‑energy shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain vehicles, performing tasks from oil changes to engine overhauls.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues.
• Participate in ongoing training for EV, ADAS, and ASE certifications.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostics

ASE certification

Education

State certifications

Tools

Repair tools

Job description

Overview

CarGuys Inc. is a recruiter that places automotive mechanics in dealerships and repair shops nationwide. The role offers full‑time positions with competitive pay, signing bonuses, and performance incentives. The recruiter matches mechanics of all experience levels to shops that fit their career goals and preferred work environment.

What You’ll Do

Repair and maintain vehicles, ranging from oil changes to engine overhauls. Use advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues. Work in high‑tech service bays with modern equipment, lifts, and diagnostic software. Participate in ongoing training for EV, ADAS, and ASE certifications. Develop skills to advance to Lead Tech or Shop Foreman.

Who We Want

Any mechanical skills level – from newcomers to ASE‑certified professionals. Candidates should:

• Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Own a complete set of repair tools.
• Be dedicated to automobiles and thrive in a high‑energy shop environment.

Benefits

• Competitive wages – the highest in the industry.
• Signing bonuses and performance cash incentives.
• Paid training for EV, ADAS, and ASE certifications.
• Opportunities to advance to Lead Tech or Shop Foreman roles.
• Recruiter selection of shops that fit work style and culture.
• No cost to the mechanic – service paid by the dealer.

Qualifications

• State Engine Repair Certification
• State Engine Tune‑up/Performance Certification
• State Front End, Suspension & Steering Systems Certification
• State Brakes & Braking Systems Certification
• State Automatic Transmission Certification
• State Manual Transmission, Front & Rear Drive Axles Certification
• State Electrical Systems Certification
• State Heating & Air Conditioning Certification
• State Pre‑1973 Vehicles Certification (over 10,000 pounds GVW)
• State Engine Repair – Gasoline Certification
• State Engine Repair – Diesel Certification
• State DriveTrain Certification
• State Brakes & Braking Systems Certification
• State Suspension & Steering Systems Certification
• State Electrical Systems Repair Certification
• State Collision‑Related Mechanical Repair Certification
• State Unitized Body Structural Repair Certification
• State Motorcycle Repair Certification
• State Recreational Trailer Repair Certification
• ASE Engine Repair Certification
• ASE Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Certification
• ASE Manual DriveTrain & Axles
• ASE Suspension & Steering
• ASE Brakes
• ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems
• ASE Heating and Air Conditioning
• ASE Engine performance

Application Information

Applicants are screened by CarGuys Inc. and, if qualified, their resumes will be forwarded to a local dealer. No fee is charged to the mechanic.