Diagnostic Technician

DriveTime Car Sales, LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off including vacations and holidays

Job summary

DriveTime Car Sales, LLC is looking for an experienced Automotive Technician in North Carolina to perform advanced automotive repairs and inspections on pre-owned vehicles. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in light to medium line work, along with strong teamwork and detail-oriented skills.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. This is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing light to medium line work, including brakes, engine, steering/suspension, cooling, AC, and electrical.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate in a high-functioning environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically inspect vehicles for safety and drivability.
• Collaborate with management to repair or reject inventory.
• Perform advanced automotive repairs on various components.

Skills

Light to medium line work

Teamwork skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical degree or professional experience

Tools

Personal tool set

Job description

DriveTime Family of Brands is a leading used car sales, finance, and servicing company with headquarters in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas. We focus on providing transparent pricing and a strong customer experience while delivering quality pre‑owned vehicles nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically inspect vehicles for safety and drivability, documenting findings in the inventory management system.
• Collaborate with Reconditioning Center Management to repair or reject inventory based on estimated repair costs and overall quality.
• Perform advanced automotive repairs, mastering cooling, braking, charging, steering/suspension, AC, and electrical system components.
• Identify and complete repairs effectively the first time to minimize re‑work and production delays.
• Test‑drive repaired vehicles to confirm issues are resolved.
• Work in ways that reduce the risk of injury to yourself and other team members by managing spills and hazardous conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing light to medium line work, including brakes, engine, steering/suspension, cooling, AC, and electrical.
• ASE certification is a plus but not required.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate in a high‑functioning environment.
• Detail‑oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED. Vocational/technical degree or professional experience equivalent is acceptable.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Ability to own and manage personal tool set.
• Proficiency in English communication for a safety‑sensitive, technical environment.
• Capability to work on all makes and models, including domestic, European, and Asian vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant company premium coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Wellness program with coaching and incentives for healthy activities.
• Paid time off, including vacations, holidays, and wellness days.
• Consistent work schedule with Sundays closed; no weekend work except during peak season.
• Competitive base pay.

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