Automotive Technician- Mechanic

Berlin City Auto Group; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Tool reimbursement

401(K) with employer contribution

Health benefits

Job summary

Berlin City Auto Group in Portland, ME is seeking an experienced, ASE-certified technician to join our team. The role offers competitive flat-rate pay with the potential to earn $60,000–$110,000 annually and includes a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

The position requires diagnosing, inspecting, and repairing modern vehicles with a focus on quality service. We provide ongoing certification training, tool reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• ASE Certification is required.
• Maine Vehicle Inspection license is required.
• 2+ years of technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently per dealership standards.
• Provide labor and time estimates for repairs.
• Explain repairs to customers and service advisors in clear terms.
• Test-drive and inspect vehicles and diagnose systems.
• Perform repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Diagnosing automotive systems

Efficient workmanship

Team player

Strong communication

Education

ASE Certification

Maine Vehicle Inspection license

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Are you looking to join a trusted brand that offers growth and stability? Berlin City Auto Group is seeking an experienced, Certified Technician to join our successful and passionate team in Portland, Maine!

Competitive flat-rate pay with opportunity to earn $60,000-$110,000 annually! Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates!

What We Offer

• Competitive flat rate pay with the opportunity to earn $24.00 to 33.00 per hour flat rate
• Career growth and opportunity with paid ongoing certification and training
• Monthly Tool reimbursement & we will pay to have your tools moved
• Recognition programs & awards are part of the culture that rewards excellence and high-performance
• Flexible schedule with paid time off that accrues from day one of employment
• An extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and more
• 401(K) with employer contribution
• Health and Wellness membership reimbursement of up to $75.00 per month
• Uniforms provided
• Employee discounts
• Fun team atmosphere

Position Overview

A Main Line automotive technician is an expert in auto repair work. Job duties include diagnosing, inspecting, and repairing vehicles. A qualified Main Line Technician will have experience in using technology and tools to perform auto service as quickly and effectively as possible. Career qualifications for a Main Line automotive technician include certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Nissan experience and certification are a plus, but not required.

Who You Are

• You have the keen ability to diagnose and identify required repairs in an efficient and timely manner
• You are detailed and efficient, with over 2 years of technician experience and strong knowledge in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance, including diagnosing and repairing automotive systems such as the engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, and air conditioning
• You continuously learn new technical information and techniques through formal training sessions to stay up-to-date with rapidly changing technology
• You are a reliable individual with a proven work ethic
• You are a team player who is process-oriented
• You are passionate about taking care of the customer, and you communicate well with service team members to ensure customers are receiving accurate service promptly

What You'll Do

• Perform specific work on maintenance and repair orders with efficiency, adhering to dealership standards.
• Provide labor and time estimates for additional automotive repairs.
• Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs in a non-technical manner to service advisors and customers.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques through formal training sessions to stay up-to-date with rapidly changing technology.
• Inspect and test vehicles, recording findings to identify necessary repairs.
• Test-drive vehicles and test components and systems using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
• Diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing automotive vehicle systems, including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
• Communicate directly and effectively with the Service Advisor to ensure customers are informed of any additional services needed. They are also providing an estimate of the time required for other repairs.
• Execute repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid Maine Vehicle Inspection license
• Certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Possess a valid driver's license and a favorable motor vehicle record

Able to pass a pre-employment background check

Who We Are

Berlin City Auto Group is a family of dealerships located throughout Maine and Vermont. We embrace a culture that recognizes strength lies in differences, not similarities. Our associates are a team of highly energized, engaged, and diverse people bound together by our core beliefs and values. Together, we are dedicated to Humility, Integrity, and Passion, fostering professional growth and processes that deliver extraordinary customer and associate satisfaction. Our philosophy is Easy – a way of doing business that finds a way to satisfy every customer with the highest service level. Our team feels like family, and we treat everyone around us that way. We are passionate about our work and the culture that we have created.

EEOC

Summit Automotive Partners is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Summit Automotive Partners strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All Summit Automotive Partners employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

ADA

Summit Automotive Partners complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, Summit Automotive Partners will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If you believe you need an accommodation, refer any such request to the Human Resources Department. Summit Automotive Partners will also, where appropriate, provide reasonable accommodations for an employee's religious beliefs or practices.

227 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME 04106