Engine Installer /Automotive Technician

West Broad VW KIA; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kia factory training opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and退休

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

West Broad VW KIA in Richmond, VA is hiring an Engine Installer / Automotive Technician to join our service team. You will remove and install gasoline engines and related components, perform tear-downs, and ensure repairs meet Kia procedures.

We offer a modern, fully equipped shop, Kia factory training, paid vacation, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. A valid driver's license and own tools are required; dealership experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience removing and installing engines or performing major mechanical repairs.
• Kia or dealership experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills required.
• Own tools required and ability to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Remove and install gasoline engines and related components.
• Perform engine tear-down and reassembly as needed.
• Complete timing components, cooling system, and related repairs.
• Follow Kia repair procedures and warranty guidelines.
• Maintain clean and accurate repair documentation.
• Collaborate with shop foreman and service team to ensure quality repairs.

Skills

Engine installation

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Valid driver's license

Tools

Own tools

Job description

NOW HIRING – ENGINE INSTALLER / AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANBusy Kia dealership is looking for a skilled and motivated Engine Installer to join our service team. We are searching for someone with strong mechanical ability, attention to detail, and the experience to efficiently remove and install engines while maintaining high-quality workmanship.If you are dependable, productive, and want steady work in a professional dealership environment, we want to hear from you.RESPONSIBILITIES:• Remove and install gasoline engines and related components• Perform engine tear-down and reassembly as needed• Complete timing components, cooling system, and related repairs• Follow Kia repair procedures and warranty guidelines• Maintain clean and accurate repair documentation• Work closely with shop foreman and service team to ensure quality repairsQUALIFICATIONS:• Previous engine replacement or major mechanical repair experience required• Kia or dealership experience preferred• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment• Own tools required• Valid driver’s license with clean driving recordWHAT WE OFFER:• Competitive pay based on experience and productivity• Consistent workflow and steady hours• Modern, fully equipped dealership shop• Kia factory training opportunities• Paid vacation and holidays• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits• Career advancement opportunities within our dealership groupFull-time preferred. Part-time opportunities may be available for highly experienced candidates.We are looking for a technician who takes pride in quality work and wants long-term stability with a growing dealership.Confidential interviews available.