Senior Automotive Mechanic Technician - $3,000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Enterprises; Flat Rock (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Hire Tool Bonus $1.5K

New Hire Signing Bonus $1.5K

Cox Auto University training

GED reimbursement and ASE training

Referral bonuses

Paid vacation and holidays

Health benefits from day 1

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

ASE certifications bonus

Job summary

Cox Automotive in Michigan is seeking a Sr Auto Maintenance Technician. The role involves heavy-duty auto tech work, diagnostics, and mentoring shop staff. Must have extensive automotive repair experience and state certifications.

Compensation includes hourly pay with potential bonuses; full benefits are available from day one. This is an on-site position located at a Cox Automotive location in Michigan, with daytime shifts and no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience.
• Ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform level 1–3 auto tech tasks with guidance.
• Carry out repairs including brakes, drivability, electrical, and engine work.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and complete repairs to standard procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to junior technicians.

Skills

Safe driving

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Michigan State Master Mechanic Certification

ASE Certifications

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Sr Auto Maintenance Technician

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $29.42 - $44.13/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

This position offers a $1,500 New Hire Tool Bonus and a $1,500 New Hire Signing Bonus

At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we’re hiring a Senior Mechanic Tech with skills and savvy to spare. You’re looking for great pay, awesome benefits, stability, and leadership opportunities – and we’re looking for someone like you. Keep reading to learn more!

Benefits

Here’s a taste of the benefits we offer:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for sign-on bonuses if applicable.
• $1.5K Tool Bonus for our new auto techs.
• Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
• Once you’re on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You’ll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
• 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
• Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
• At Cox, we believe in being transparent – please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits.
• 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
• Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
• Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
• The opportunity to boost earnings through active ASE certifications.

What You’ll Do

You’ll spend a lot of time serving as a master-level auto tech performing heavy-duty work and providing direction, guidance, and technical expertise to shop personnel. Other responsibilities include:

• Performing the responsibilities of a level 1 - level 3 auto tech.
• Performing a wide range of repairs, including brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, safety inspections, AC, and major engine.
• Performing advanced diagnostics and complete repairs.
• Working with individual techs as required to assess specific vehicle needs.
• Provide general guidance/direction or train associates in supporting roles and or less experienced associates
• Perform quality control checks on all work; notify supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work.
• Ensuring auto maintenance standard operating procedures and activities are conducted to deliver desired outcomes.
• Identifying developmental opportunities in staff.
• Monitoring workflow processes and recommending areas to improve productivity.
• Alerting management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.
• Modeling safety behaviors and ensuring techs comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Train, and instruct new and current employees regarding job functions/tasks expected of them when needed.
• Providing technical expertise and effective guidance and coaching to other shop employees.

Who You Are

From a flat tire to a thrown rod, you know how to fix it. But your skills extend beyond mechanical work; you’re also a great communicator who can inspire others. You have the following qualifications:

Required:

• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience.
• The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.
• Michigan State Master Mechanic Certification and/or a minimum of 5 ASE Certifications

Preferred:

A high school diploma or GED.

ASE Certifications: A1-8, (L1 in emission states) when required by leadership

SMCOX

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.