Automotive Technician Apprentice

Suburban Automotive Service; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

Recognition programs

Job summary

GLS North America is seeking a detail-oriented Pre-Prep Technician to support the dispatch and detailing process. You will prep vehicles, verify fuel level, and manage cleanups in the on-site car wash and detail bay, ensuring readiness for PDIs and LPO tasks.

This role requires a valid driver's license, strong communication, and reliable teamwork. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6am–2:30pm, with a starting pay of $16 per hour plus opportunities for growth and stability across our network.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking.
• Self-starter with initiative.
• Reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Staging completed vehicles in the designated staging area for PDI and LPO Technicians.
• Alert the Service Supervisor if defects or damage are found on any vehicles while being cleaned.
• Assist the Service Department with vehicle movement on- or off-site as needed.
• Assist with license plate removal or installation.
• Clean vehicles, check fuel and top off fuel if needed.
• Adhere to DRIVEN values and align practices with SAS mission and vision.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Self-motivation

Team player

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM

At GLS North America, we power the behind-the-scenes operations of the automotive industry. As an industry leader in garage services, event and location services, and custom vehicle solutions with decades of proven customer satisfaction, our wide range of capabilities and 18 operating locations spanning across North America ensure we are always equipped to service your needs. Whether it’s fleet management, advertising and marketing support, custom IT solutions, event coordination, car prep services, or logistics, we make the impossible possible.

Why Work for Us?

Join a team that’s focused, nimble, and driven to succeed. GLS North America is where creativity meets precision—and where your work helps shape the next stage of the automotive evolution. Your journey starts here!

• Stability & Success: 75+ years of family-owned excellence.


• Work-Life Balance: Consistent scheduling so you’ll always know when you’re working.


• Weekly Pay & On-Demand Pay:Get paid every week, with access to same-day pay when you need it.


• Benefits For All Stages of Life: From medical, dental, and vision coverage, to disability and life insurance, we’ve got you covered.


• 401K with Company Match: Plan for your future while working with us.


• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of PTO starting after just 30 days.


• Recognition Programs: We celebrate your hard work through multiple recognition programs based on service, values, and performance.


• Growth & Leadership Experience: We believe in developing our team and promoting from within.


• Inclusive Work Culture: Work alongside diverse talent with a range of skills and knowledge.


• Community Engagement: We’re proud to support our local communities through participation in various events.

As a Pre-Prep Technician, you will report to dispatch to receive vehicle packets. You will pick up a vehicle packet or packets from service dispatch. The fuel level is checked. If not full, the fuel is topped off. The vehicle is pre-soaked and then runs through the on-site car wash. Vehicles are then pulled into the detail bay. All interior and exterior plastic is removed and disposed of. The vehicle is vacuumed and floor mates are laid out. Interior windows may require cleaning.

SalaryOverview:

The pay rate for this role starts at $16 per hour.

Hours:

The hours for this role are Monday through Friday 6am to 2:30pm.

• Staging completed vehicles in the designated staging area for PDI and LPO Technicians.


• Alert the Service Supervisor if defects or damage are found on any of the vehicles while being cleaned.


• Assist the Service Department with vehicle movement on- or off-site as needed.


• Assist with license plate removal or installation.


• Clean vehicles, check fuel and top off fuel if needed.


• Adhere to Suburban Automotive Service’s DRIVEN values and align business practices to support the SAS mission and vision.

Pre-Prep Technician Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.


• Must have exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Must be customer service oriented.


• Must have exceptional time management and multi-tasking skills.


• Must be a self-starter.


• Must be a reliable team player.

Pre-Prep Technician Working Conditions and Physical Demands Include:

• 50% of the time this job will be completed while walking, standing, and standing.


• 50% of the time this job will be completed while lifting, pushing, and pulling.


• This position is performed both inside a garage and outside so weather conditions may include extreme heat and cold.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.