Diagnostic Technician

DriveTime; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(K)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

DriveTime in Charlotte, NC is looking for an experienced automotive technician to join our team. In this role, you'll conduct mechanical inspections and perform advanced repairs on a variety of vehicles. With a focus on detail and teamwork, you'll work in a drug-free workplace with perks such as medical benefits, a 401(K), and tuition reimbursement. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of industry experience and effective communication skills. Join us to focus exclusively on vehicle repairs with no customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years industry experience performing light to medium line work.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Effective English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically inspecting vehicles for safety and drivability.
• Repairing or rejecting inventory based on cost and quality.
• Test-driving repaired vehicles.

Skills

Automotive repairs

Detail-oriented mindset

Teamwork ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Personal tool set

Job description

What's Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by focusing on putting the right customer, in the right vehicle, on the right terms and on their path to ownership. We embrace a transparent pricing approach, eliminating haggling and gimmicks, and reconditioning centers where we breathe new life into pre‑owned vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically inspecting vehicles for safety and drivability while documenting findings into our inventory management system.
• Working with Reconditioning Center Management to repair or reject inventory based on estimated cost of repairs and/or the overall quality of the vehicle.
• Advanced automotive repairs.
• Proficient in cooling, braking, charging, steering/suspension, AC, and electrical system components.
• Identifying and completing repairs effectively the first time to minimize re‑work and delays in production.
• Test‑driving repaired vehicles to ensure that the problem has been completely fixed.
• Working in ways that decrease the possibility of injury to yourself or other team members in the shop due to spills or other preventable hazardous conditions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum of 5 years industry experience performing light to medium line work (brakes, engine, steering/suspension, cooling, A/C, electrical). ASE certification is a plus but not required.
• Strong teamwork ability: able to work in a high‑functioning team environment.
• Detail‑oriented mindset.
• Adherence to predictable attendance; punctuality is required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; ASE Master preferred.
• Vocational/Technical degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work on all makes and models (Domestic, European and Asian brands).
• Must own a personal tool set.
• Effective English communication skills for safety‑sensitive/technical environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision – DriveTime covers a sizable portion of premiums.
• 401(K), company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Growth opportunities – internal promotions and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Wellness program – coaching, incentives, and discounts on medical premiums.
• Competitive pay across the organization.
• No customers – focus exclusively on vehicle repair.
• Consistent work schedule; closed Sundays for work/life balance.
• No weekends during peak season.
• Paid time off includes wellness days, holidays, and vacation time based on hours worked.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a safety‑sensitive position.