Entry-Level Automotive Technician Assistant — Mon–Fri, No Saturdays

O'Brien Auto Team of Bloomington- Normal; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance ($25,000)

401(k) with match

Vacation after 1 year

PTO after 90 days

Paid holidays

Job summary

O’Brien Auto Team is hiring an entry-level Automotive Technician Assistant to join the Service Department. This role offers hands-on learning with experienced technicians and a Monday–Friday schedule with no Saturdays, providing a pathway to build automotive skills in a busy dealership environment.

Successful candidates will have basic mechanical interest, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to learn; no prior dealership experience is required as training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Interest in automotive skills and willingness to learn on the job.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist automotive technicians with daily service department tasks.
• Clean and prepare customer vehicles, inside and out.
• Check and top off fluids, check tire pressure, refuel vehicles, and charge batteries.
• Move vehicles safely throughout the dealership.
• Keep track of vehicle locations and status.
• Maintain clean, organized service bays, drive lanes, and parking areas.
• Restock supplies and help keep the shop running smoothly.
• Learn basic automotive service procedures, shop safety, and dealership operations.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

O’Brien Auto Team is hiring an entry-level Automotive Technician Assistant to join the Service Department. This role offers hands-on learning with experienced technicians and a Monday–Friday schedule with no Saturdays, providing a pathway to build automotive skills in a busy dealership environment.

Successful candidates will have basic mechanical interest, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to learn; no prior dealership experience is required as training will be provided.