Lead Automotive Maintenance Technician

Cox Enterprises; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lead Auto Maintenance Technician to oversee high-quality vehicle repair and preventative maintenance in a fast-paced shop. You’ll perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.

Lead and mentor technicians, prioritize repair orders, and coordinate with service advisors to keep customers informed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading automotive maintenance teams.
• Strong diagnostic skills across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to prioritize repair orders and coordinate with service advisors.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high-quality vehicle repair and preventative maintenance.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Lead and mentor technicians, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Prioritize orders, coordinate with service advisors, and communicate with customers.
• Help optimize shop workflow and manage inventory and tool care.

Skills

Team leadership

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Tools

Shop management tools

Job description

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lead Auto Maintenance Technician to oversee high-quality vehicle repair and preventative maintenance in a fast-paced shop. You’ll perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards. Lead and mentor technicians, prioritize repair orders, and coordinate with service advisors to keep customers informed. You’ll help optimize shop workflow, uphold inventory and tool care, and support a people-first culture focused on safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.