Entry Level Automotive Technician - FT

Avis Budget Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay (shop)

On-the-job training toward ASE

Paid time off

Medical, dental, & other insurance

Transit/parking FSA

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discounts on rentals

Location-based perks vary

Job summary

Avis Budget Group in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is hiring an entry-level automotive technician to perform preventive maintenance and light repair on our fleet of newer vehicles. You will handle oil changes, fluids, tire work, and basic repairs while learning across a variety of brands in a fast-paced shop.

This on-site role offers on-the-job training, ASE certification support, medical/dental benefits, a 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of auto maintenance experience or automotive technical school coursework.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain ASE certification within the first year.
• Comfortable working in a mechanical shop with loud environments.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and light repair on a fleet of newer vehicles, including oil changes and tire work.
• Assist more experienced technicians with repairs and diagnostics as skills develop.
• Support vehicle availability and safe, dependable rental experiences for customers.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Auto maintenance experience

ASE certification plan

Basic computer skills

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

On-site presence

Education

Automotive technical school coursework

Job description

$18.00/HourShift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! Are you interested in building an automotive career and enjoy hands-on work with vehicles? If you’re detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn while working on a wide variety of newer vehicles across multiple brands, join the Avis Budget Group team and grow your skills in a supportive shop environment.

This role is a great entry point for technicians looking to gain experience, earn ASE certifications, and advance into higher-level mechanic roles.

What You’ll Do

You will perform preventive maintenance and light repair work on our fleet of newer vehicles. This includes oil and fluid services, tire changes, rotations, basic repairs, and other routine maintenance tasks, all performed in a safe and quality-focused manner.

Depending on your experience, you may assist more experienced technicians with additional repairs and diagnostics as you continue to develop your skills. By helping keep vehicles well maintained and reliable, your work supports vehicle availability and ensures customers have a safe, dependable rental experience.

Perks You’ll Get

• Bi-weekly pay (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
• On-the-job training to expand your automotive and mechanical abilities, including support toward ASE certification
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and other insurance
• Flexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax‑free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• Retirement benefits (401k)
• Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Above perks may vary based on full‑time/part‑time status and location

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Driver’s License
• At least 6 months of auto maintenance experience or automotive technical school coursework
• Ability to obtain at least 1 ASE certification within the first year
• Comfortable working in a mechanical shop with moderate to loud noise levels
• Basic computer skills, including typing and data entry
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit and kneel frequently, enter, exit and drive vehicles
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• This position requires regular, on‑site presence and cannot be performed remotely
• 6 months auto maintenance experience or completion of an automotive technical school program is a bonus

Who We Are

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer‑focused solutions.

We believe great service starts with people who care. Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.

Baton Rouge

Louisiana

United States of America