Recon Technician - Lone Star Chevrolet

Sonic-Automotive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with company match

Paid Time Off accrual

Sundays off

Closed for Thanksgiving/Christmas

Employee discounts on purchasing andLe

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Sonic Automotive, a Fortune 500 company, is seeking a Reconditioning Technician at Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston to inspect, repair, and prep pre-owned vehicles for frontline readiness. The role requires basic maintenance, vehicle inspections, and accurate documentation for service advisors.

You will contribute to safety and quality standards while supporting daily production targets in a busy dealership environment. Competitive hourly pay and benefits available.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of general automotive maintenance or repair.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Authorized to work in the USA and able to pass pre-employment testing including background checks, MVR, and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards.
• Perform basic maintenance such as oil changes, brakes, batteries, and fluid checks.
• Document work performed and communicate needed repairs to service advisors or management.
• Assist with cosmetic reconditioning including buffing and light interior cleaning.
• Ensure vehicles meet safety and quality standards before moving to the front line.
• Maintain reconditioning logs and meet daily production targets.
• Operate and move vehicles safely around the dealership and service areas.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety procedures.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

AtLone Star Chevrolet,a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Compensation:

• 21.00-$26.00 Hourly

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• 5days a week / 2 days off
• Sundays off
• Saturday availability required
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off accrual
• Sundays off
• Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
• Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
• Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company

Job Description

The Reconditioning Technician will inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles for front-line readiness in accordance with dealership and manufacturer standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle inspections to identify needed mechanical and cosmetic repairs
• Complete basic maintenance services such as oil changes, brakes, batteries, and fluid checks
• Document all work performed and communicate needed repairs with service advisors or management
• Assist with cosmetic reconditioning including buffing, light interior cleaning, and trim repairs
• Ensure all vehicles meet safety and quality standards before being moved to the front line
• Maintain reconditioning logs and meet daily production targets
• Operate and move vehicles safely around the dealership and service areas
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety procedures

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in general automotive maintenance or repair
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of reconditioning or dealership service experience
• Familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs
• Experience working with internal service departments or used vehicle operations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines