Automotive Technician: Growth, Training & Nationwide Roles

AutoNation; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Paid training and OEM certification

Growth opportunities across locations

Coast-to-coast career options

Employee discounts

Job summary

AutoNation, one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, is seeking an Automotive Technician to inspect and service vehicles delivered to the dealer and perform minor repairs to ensure saleable condition.

The role offers factory training, OEM certification support, and opportunities to grow into Service, Sales, Management, Regional, and Executive roles across a nationwide footprint.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of previous work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• General mechanical skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles.
• Manual dexterity and safety-focused.
• Ability to operate an automobile.

Responsibilities

• Sign an acceptance for each vehicle delivered.
• Inspect vehicles for safety and defects (dents, scratches, upholstery, mechanical operation).
• Inspect surfaces for chips and scratches in paint.
• Start engine and test steering, brakes, transmission and engine operation.
• Test power equipment (windows, seats, radio, horn, lights).
• Replace defective items using hand tools as per specs.
• Install optional equipment (mirrors, rugs, seat covers) as requested.
• Install or repair major mechanical/electro-mechanical equipment (air conditioning, power steering, brakes).
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
• Tune engines using testing equipment as needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Manual dexterity

Reading & comprehension

Valid driver's license

Manual transmission driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

Job description

AutoNation, one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, is seeking an Automotive Technician to inspect and service vehicles delivered to the dealer and perform minor repairs to ensure saleable condition.

The role offers factory training, OEM certification support, and opportunities to grow into Service, Sales, Management, Regional, and Executive roles across a nationwide footprint.