Automotive Technician B

AAA-The Auto Club Group; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AAA membership

Adoption assistance

Job summary

AAA-The Auto Club Group in Cary, NC seeks an Automotive Technician B for full-time work. You’ll perform repairs and maintenance including brakes, suspension, diagnostics, and inspections, applying strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork to ensure safe, reliable vehicles.

You’ll mentor junior technicians, drive vehicles into service bays, conduct digital inspections, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced shop. Eligible for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or technical school certification completed.
• Ability to independently perform basic to complex vehicle repairs.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and maintain safe, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Perform automotive repairs, adjustments and maintenance as per repair orders.
• Oil changes, tire work, alignments, brakes and other maintenance tasks.
• Train and mentor lower-level technicians and test drive vehicles after service.
• Prepare vehicles for service and delivery to customers; maintain shop cleanliness.

Skills

Mentoring others

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Repair shop equipment

Job description

Job Type

Full time (Exempt/Non Exempt: Hourly)

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Shift assignments depend on position.

Position Summary

As an Automotive Technician B, you’ll perform a variety of vehicle repairs and maintenance services, including brakes, suspension, diagnostics, and routine inspections. This hands‑on role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair vehicles efficiently. Working as part of a team, you’ll help ensure customers receive safe, reliable vehicles and high‑quality service. This position offers opportunities to develop technical skills, work with evolving automotive technology, and grow your career in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• In an efficient and productive manner, performs automotive repairs, adjustments and maintenance procedures as outlined on repair order for which technician is trained.
• Oil changes, tire replacement and repairs, general maintenance repairs, fluid exchanges, alignments, brake services, advanced repair and maintenance services, etc. are expected to be learned and performed.
• Work with, and train lower level technicians.
• Drives vehicles into service bay, prepares them for and completes digital vehicle inspection.
• Test drives vehicles and prepares vehicle for delivery to customer after necessary repairs and maintenance.
• Maintains cleanliness of shop and work areas, performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Required

• High School diploma, GED, and/or technical school graduate/certification
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• 3 years minimum experience repairing vehicles at a dealership or automotive center.
• Knowledge of automotive and/or truck systems, tools, and technical resources and training to independently perform a variety of basic to complex repairs and maintenance of automobile and truck vehicles.
• Understand and consistently demonstrate the proper use of equipment and tools used in such repair and maintenance, as well as the need to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Ability to consistently provide exceptional customer service and improve customer service score
• Ability to prioritize and deliver work on time.
• Ability and basic leadership skills to mentor and train lower-level Technicians to help them be successful.

Preferred

• ASE certifications (or their equivalent): A4-Suspension & Steering, A5-Brakes, plus 2 other ASE certifications
• State inspection certificate, where applicable
• AC 609 Certification
• Must have own tools appropriate for their skill level for use in the Center.

Work Environment

• May experience loud noises and odors intermittently in the shop environment.
• This position involves standing, walking, and normal physical mobility, including reaching, grabbing, lifting, and carrying automotive parts and equipment (averaging up to approximately 80 pounds in weight)
• Must be able to work in the heat, as some locations do not have air conditioning.
• Must be able to maintain working on your feet in a concrete facility for the entire work shift.

Compensation

Technician B’s will earn a competitive salary of $40,000 - $85,000+ annually with a potential weekly production bonus.

Benefits Overview

At ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and professional growth.

Health & Wellness

• Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).

Financial Protection & Insurance

• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.

Retirement & Savings

• 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals.
• 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax.
• Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting.
• Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.

Time Off & Leave

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment.
• Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements.
• Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month.
• Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules.
• Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays.
• Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.

Career Growth & Education

• Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG).
• Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

Additional Perks

• Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.
• Adoption assistance program.

Additional Information

This position is open and accepting applications on an ongoing basis and may close at any time once a qualified candidate pool is identified.

Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job.

Compensation Philosophy

ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.

The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Safety Commitment

AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.