Luxury Used Car Technician — SMOG Certified & Fast-Paced

Swickard Auto Group; Oakland, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth within Swickard

Employee vehicle purchase and service"

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group's Audi Oakland unit is seeking a Used Car Technician to perform safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles, complete light repairs, and conduct SMOG testing. Join a high-volume luxury dealership where flat-rate pay rewards efficiency and accuracy.

You will inspect multiple makes, document findings clearly, and coordinate with the used vehicle manager on reconditioning priorities. A California SMOG certification and ASE credentials are valued, with competitive benefits and

Qualifications

• Experience as automotive technician in dealership or independent shop.
• California SMOG certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail; inspection reports influence vehicle disposition.
• Able to work quickly without sacrificing accuracy or quality.
• Multi-brand experience is a plus.
• ASE certifications a strong plus.
• Dependable, punctual, and self-directed.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles.
• Complete light mechanical repairs as approved to meet standards.
• Perform SMOG inspections and emissions testing (SMOG cert required).
• Document inspection findings clearly to support reconditioning decisions.
• Conduct road tests to verify repair quality.
• Coordinate with used vehicle manager on reconditioning priorities.
• Maintain accurate repair orders for all inspections.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced dealership; balance throughput and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Efficient under pressure

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

SMOG certification

Job description

Swickard Auto Group's Audi Oakland unit is seeking a Used Car Technician to perform safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles, complete light repairs, and conduct SMOG testing. Join a high-volume luxury dealership where flat-rate pay rewards efficiency and accuracy.

You will inspect multiple makes, document findings clearly, and coordinate with the used vehicle manager on reconditioning priorities. A California SMOG certification and ASE credentials are valued, with competitive benefits and