Entry Level Automotive Technician - FT

Avis Budget Group; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Medical and dental insurance

Flexible spending account

401k retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Avis Budget Group in Springfield, Virginia, is seeking an automotive technician to join our team. In this entry-level position, you will perform preventive maintenance and light repairs on our fleet of vehicles. You will have the opportunity to gain experience, earn ASE certifications, and advance your career in a supportive environment.

The role involves hands-on work, including oil services, tire changes, and other routine tasks to ensure customer safety and vehicle reliability. We're looking for detail-oriented and mechanically inclined individuals to grow their skills with us.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of auto maintenance experience or automotive technical school coursework.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and light repair work on vehicles.
• Assist experienced technicians with repairs and diagnostics.
• Ensure vehicles are well maintained for customer safety.

Skills

Auto maintenance experience

Basic computer skills

Ability to obtain ASE certification

Job description

$20.00/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.

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.

Springfield Virginia United States of America