Entry-Level Automotive Technician: Maintenance & Diagnostics

Cox Automotive; Lincoln Park (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive in Lincoln Park, MI is seeking an Automotive Mechanic Technician I to support preventive maintenance and basic diagnostics for customer vehicles. This entry-level role emphasizes quality service and cost/time awareness, with the ability to work independently or in a team.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and 1+ years of vehicle service/repair experience, with some customer service background preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License and safe driving record required.
• 1+ years of vehicle service and repair experience; 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Must be able to workdays, afternoons, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Must continue training to maintain status and to meet with technology and fleet changes as they occur.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance: change oil, oil filter, fuel filter, Battery replacement, and inspection of vehicle for mechanical deficiencies.
• Performs some repairs and diagnostics.
• Based upon certification levels, perform various repairs and maintenance which may include: OBD II systems, brake components, tires, tune-ups, suspension components, electrical systems, interior/exterior components, engine and drive-line components, etc.
• Keep the shop area clean and tidy. Perform work in accordance with safety standards. Dispose of all fluids in a safe manner and in accordance with all regulations.
• Inspection must be completed at a higher standard.
• Ability to work independently, and self-driven.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Vehicle service

Repair experience

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cox Automotive in Lincoln Park, MI is seeking an Automotive Mechanic Technician I to support preventive maintenance and basic diagnostics for customer vehicles. This entry-level role emphasizes quality service and cost/time awareness, with the ability to work independently or in a team.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and 1+ years of vehicle service/repair experience, with some customer service background preferred.