Senior Automotive Technician - $10k Sign-On Bonus

Carmax; University City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Climate-controlled facility

Ongoing training & tools

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CarMax is hiring a Mechanical Associate to inspect, diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles to the company’s high standards for safety and reliability. You will work with a skilled team to quickly resolve technical challenges across both domestic and foreign vehicles, ensuring customer trust and satisfaction while maintaining a clean EH&S-compliant workspace.

The role emphasizes hands-on repairs, ongoing training, and opportunity to grow within a climate-controlled, efficient facility.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems.
• 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.
• 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)

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.

Skills

Engine repair

Steering & suspension

Brakes

HVAC

Education

ASE A4 Steering & Suspension

ASE A5 Brakes

ASE A7 Heating Air Conditioning

ASE A6 Electrical

ASE A1 Engine Repair

ASE A3 Manual Drive Train & Axles

ASE A8 Engine Performance

ASE A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

Job description

CarMax is hiring a Mechanical Associate to inspect, diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles to the company’s high standards for safety and reliability. You will work with a skilled team to quickly resolve technical challenges across both domestic and foreign vehicles, ensuring customer trust and satisfaction while maintaining a clean EH&S-compliant workspace.

The role emphasizes hands-on repairs, ongoing training, and opportunity to grow within a climate-controlled, efficient facility.