Automotive Reconditioning Technician | Prep & Inspect Cars

Sonic Automotive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan with company match

Paid Time Off accrual

Sundays off

Thanksgiving/Christmas closed

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sonic Automotive’s Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston seeks a Reconditioning Technician to inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles to dealership standards. You will perform routine maintenance and cosmetic reconditioning, ensuring safety and quality before vehicles reach the front line.

Qualifications include 1+ year automotive maintenance experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background, MVR, and drug tests.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Authorized to work in the USA.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment testing including background checks, MVR and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle inspections to identify mechanical and cosmetic repairs.
• Complete basic maintenance such as oil changes, brakes, batteries, and fluid checks.
• Document work performed and notify service advisors of needed repairs.
• Assist with cosmetic reconditioning including buffing and light interior cleaning.
• Ensure vehicles meet safety and quality standards before front-line movement.
• Maintain reconditioning logs and daily production targets.
• Operate and move vehicles safely around the dealership and service areas.
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with safety procedures.

Skills

Driver's license

Clean driving record

Work authorization USA

Pre-employment background checks

Pre-employment drug test

MVR check

Job description

Sonic Automotive’s Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston seeks a Reconditioning Technician to inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles to dealership standards. You will perform routine maintenance and cosmetic reconditioning, ensuring safety and quality before vehicles reach the front line.

Qualifications include 1+ year automotive maintenance experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background, MVR, and drug tests.