Lead Auto Maintenance Technician $4,000 Stay On Bonus (Manheim)

Cox Automotive; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tool bonus

Career training

GED reimbursement

ASE training

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts

Job summary

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is seeking a Lead Maintenance Tech in Carrollton, TX. You bring extensive auto tech experience and leadership to oversee repairs, diagnostics, and coaching of junior technicians.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and operational excellence within a high-performing team. Join a benefits-rich environment offering sign-on bonuses, tool bonuses, ASE training, GED reimbursement, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, health coverage from day one, and career growth

Qualifications

• 7+ years automotive service and repair experience.
• Ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform the responsibilities of a level 1–3 auto tech.
• Execute a wide range of repairs: brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, AC and engine.
• Provide advanced diagnostics and complete repairs.
• Conduct clutch and transmission replacements.
• Collaborate with other techs to assess vehicle needs and train less experienced staff.
• Perform quality control checks and uphold safety and SOPs.
• Identify developmental opportunities and improve workflow processes.

Skills

Safe driving

Auto repair

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Certifications: A1-9; L1 when required

Job description

If it's part of a vehicle, you know what it is. If it's broken, you can fix it. You've made your bones in the auto tech world and are ready for a job where your talent is truly rewarded. At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we're hiring a Lead Maintenance Tech with skills and savvy to spare. You're looking for great pay, awesome benefits, stability and leadership opportunities - and we're looking for someone like you. Keep reading to learn more!

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for sign-on bonuses if applicable.
• $1.5K Tool Bonus for our new auto techs.
• Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
• Once you're on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You'll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
• 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
• Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee-only plan could be FREE if you participate in our health screening program.
• 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
• Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
• Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.

What You'll Do

• Performing the responsibilities of a level 1 - level 3 auto tech.
• Performing a wide range of repairs, including brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, safety inspections, AC and major engine.
• Performing advanced diagnostics and complete repairs.
• Clutch and transmission replacement.
• Working with individual techs as required to assess specific vehicle needs.
• Provide general guidance/direction or train associates in supporting roles and or less experienced associates
• Perform quality control checks on all work; notify supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work.
• Ensuring auto maintenance standard operating procedures and activities are conducted to deliver desired outcomes.
• Identifying developmental opportunities in staff.
• Monitoring workflow processes and recommending areas to improve productivity.
• Reviewing and approving ordering and disposition of parts, supplies and materials.
• Alerting management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.
• Modeling safety behaviors and ensuring techs comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.

Who You Are

From a flat tire to a thrown rod, you know how to fix it. But your skills extend beyond mechanical work; you're also a great communicator who can inspire others. You have the following qualifications:

Required

• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• 7+ years of automotive service and repair experience.
• The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.

Preferred

• A high school diploma or GED.
• ASE Certifications: A1-9, (L1 in emission states) when required by leadership

MSCOX

USD 29.38 - 44.09 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $29.38 - $44.09/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Eligibility

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets