Hands-On Auto Maintenance Technician (Tires & Oil)

Avis Budget Group International; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

On-the-job training toward ASE

Paid time off

Medical, dental and other insurance

Transit/parking FSA up to $270

401k retirement benefits

Employee discounts on Avis/Budget cars

Job summary

Avis Budget Group in South Bend, IN is hiring an entry‑level Automotive Technician to perform preventive maintenance on our fleet. You’ll change oil, top off fluids, rotate tires, and handle basic repairs on newer vehicles across multiple brands, following safety standards.

You’ll work on-site with a focus on reliability and customer‑ready vehicles, with training toward ASE certification and room to grow as you expand your skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or prior automotive maintenance experience.
• Comfortable in a mechanical shop with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Basic computer skills including typing and data entry.
• Willing to work all shifts.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent standing, bending and reaching.
• Must be 18+ and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• On-site presence required; remote work is not available.
• 6 months auto maintenance experience or completion of an automotive technical school program is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on our fleet, including oil changes, fluid services, tire changes, tire rotations and basic repairs.
• Work on a diverse fleet across multiple manufacturers.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards at all times.
• Assist senior technicians as you gain experience and take on more tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Automotive maintenance experience

Basic computer skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

All shifts

On-site presence

Education

Automotive technical school program

Job description

Avis Budget Group in South Bend, IN is hiring an entry‑level Automotive Technician to perform preventive maintenance on our fleet. You’ll change oil, top off fluids, rotate tires, and handle basic repairs on newer vehicles across multiple brands, following safety standards.

You’ll work on-site with a focus on reliability and customer‑ready vehicles, with training toward ASE certification and room to grow as you expand your skills.