Automotive Technician: Diagnostics, Repairs & Growth

Gettel Automotive Group; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Growth Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Job summary

Gettel Kia of Bradenton is seeking an automotive technician with strong diagnostic and repair skills to join our service team. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer specifications, and clearly communicate findings to service advisors.

The position requires 3–5 years of auto repair experience, dealership background, and ASE certifications are preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a dynamic dealership environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of automotive repair experience preferred.
• Previous dealership experience strongly preferred.
• ASE certifications preferred.
• Manufacturer-specific training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair vehicles per manufacturer specs.
• Diagnose engine, transmission, suspension, steering, brakes, HVAC, electrical systems.
• Run advanced diagnostics with dealership tools and scanners.
• Identify issues, determine root cause, and propose repairs.
• Complete warranty and recall repairs per guidelines.
• Perform preventive maintenance: oil, tires, brakes, fluids.
• Do multi-point inspections and document conditions.
• Explain findings and repair options to service advisors.
• Prepare repair orders with accurate labor times and notes.
• Keep workspace clean, organized, and safe.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certifications preferred

Job description

Gettel Kia of Bradenton is seeking an automotive technician with strong diagnostic and repair skills to join our service team. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer specifications, and clearly communicate findings to service advisors.

The position requires 3–5 years of auto repair experience, dealership background, and ASE certifications are preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a dynamic dealership environment.