Mechanical Associate

CarMax Business Services; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 56,689 - 80,739; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation time

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

Job summary

CarMax Business Services, located in Ontario, California, is looking for a Mechanical Associate to ensure every vehicle meets safety and performance standards. This role involves inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing vehicles while collaborating with a skilled team.

Ideal candidates will have experience in engine repair and related systems, and must maintain ASE Certifications, where applicable. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $49.88 and additional full-time benefits, including paid sick and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s high standards.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements.

Skills

Engine repair

Brakes

Steering and suspension

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

ASE Certifications

Job description

7120 - Ontario - 4100 Inland Empire Blvd, Ontario, California, 91764

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Associate, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax’s standards for safety, reliability, and performance. You’ll use your expertise to inspect and/or diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, from engines and brakes to steering and suspension systems.

Why CarMax?

CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and continues to grow. We value integrity, innovation, and excellence, and we invest in ongoing training and advanced tools to help associates thrive.

Role Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s high standards for quality and safety
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively
• Gain hands‑on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles
• Uphold CarMax’s commitment to customer satisfaction and trust
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area

Required Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems, based on the needs of the role
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced setting
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license
• Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)

Hourly Rate

$49.88 - $49.88

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

Associates that are considered full‑time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:

• Earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year, accrued on a per pay period basis, and between 80 hours and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90‑day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• Receive 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate works on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full‑time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.