Entry Level Automotive Technician - FT

United States 1 AB Car Rental Services, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Avis Budget Group in Buffalo, NY is hiring an entry-level automotive technician to perform preventive maintenance and light repairs on our newer fleet, ensuring vehicles stay safe and available for customers. You will handle oil and fluid services, tire changes and rotations, and assist more experienced technicians as you gain skills and pursue ASE certifications.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, 6 months of auto maintenance experience or coursework, lifting up to 50 pounds, and

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• 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.
• Must be 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• On-site work with no remote option.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and light repair on our fleet of newer vehicles.
• Oil and fluid services, tire changes, rotations and basic repairs.
• Assist more experienced technicians with diagnostics as you gain skills.
• Contribute to safe, reliable vehicle availability for customers.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Auto maintenance experience/or courses

Job description

$19.50/hour Shift 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.

Buffalo New York United States of America A vehicle rental provider of choice for travelers around the world, Avis Budget Group is powered by our people, our partners, and technology. We operate some of the most recognized brands in the industry through Avis, Budget, and Zipcar, along with local brands such as Payless, France Cars, Apex, and Maggiore.