Maryland State Inspector (MSI) – Automotive Technician

Jim Coleman Toyota; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

OEM training

Career growth

High-volume shop

Job summary

Jim Coleman Automotive in Bethesda, MD is seeking an experienced Maryland Licensed State Inspector (MSI) to join our Bethesda campus and reconditioning team. You will perform Maryland State Safety Inspections and support our high-volume service operations.

Ideal candidates have a current MSI license, automotive technician experience, strong mechanical and diagnostic skills, and the ability to work on multiple brands.

Qualifications

• Maryland State Inspector license required
• Automotive technician/service experience
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work on multiple vehicle brands
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Toyota or Nissan training/certification is a plus
• Additional ASE or manufacturer certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform Maryland State Safety Inspections in accordance with state requirements
• Inspect vehicles for safety, mechanical, and operational concerns
• Identify and document necessary repairs
• Perform maintenance and mechanical repairs as needed
• Support used vehicle and reconditioning operations
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-production shop
• Maintain accurate inspection and repair documentation
• Follow dealership, manufacturer, and safety procedures
• Work on a variety of vehicle makes and models

Skills

Maryland MSI license

Automotive service experience

Mechanical diagnosis skills

Multi-brand experience

High-volume environment

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Toyota training

Nissan training

ASE certifications

Job description

Jim Coleman Automotive | Bethesda, MD Jim Coleman Automotive is looking for an experienced Maryland Licensed State Inspector (MSI) to join our Bethesda campus and reconditioning team.

Jim Coleman Automotive | Bethesda, MD Jim Coleman Automotive is looking for an experienced Maryland Licensed State Inspector (MSI) to join our Bethesda campus and reconditioning team.

What You'll Do

As a Maryland State Inspector, you will perform Maryland State Safety Inspections while supporting our high-volume service and reconditioning operation.

Responsibilities Include

• Perform Maryland State Safety Inspections in accordance with state requirements
• Inspect vehicles for safety, mechanical, and operational concerns
• Identify and document necessary repairs
• Perform maintenance and mechanical repairs as needed
• Support used vehicle and reconditioning operations
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-production shop
• Maintain accurate inspection and repair documentation
• Follow dealership, manufacturer, and safety procedures
• Work on a variety of vehicle makes and models

What We’re Looking For

• Current Maryland State Inspector license required
• Automotive technician/service experience
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work on multiple vehicle brands
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Toyota or Nissan training/certification is a plus
• Additional ASE or manufacturer certifications are a plus

Why Jim Coleman Automotive?

We believe great technicians should have the opportunity to build a career-not just work another job.

We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
• OEM training opportunities
• Career growth within the Jim Coleman Automotive group
• High-volume shop environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Sick and Safe Leave (SSL)
• Paid holidays

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

• Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA): https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal-poster
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA): https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

Jim Coleman Automotive is a 3rd generation family-owned dealership founded in 1968. The Coleman family has been selling and servicing cars in the Washington-Metropolitan, and Bethesda areas since the 1950s. Mr. William Coleman, founder of Coleman Automotive, had a vision of establishing a dealership with a higher level of class and a superior level of service. He believed that Bethesda residents and Washingtonians alike possessed higher expectations of retailers. He was ahead of his time, striving to deliver a unique, customer-focused car buying experience. We are a local leader in automotive retail, looking to add qualified professionals to our team. Jim Coleman Automotive is a company that offers a fantastic team environment, great benefits, and ongoing training and support for its employees. Our dealership is rather progressive and has an energetic feel. We like to have a great time while providing exceptional customer service. We also have one of the best pay plans in the area!

Salary: $25.00 - $42.00 per hour