Senior Mechanical Technician – Vehicle Diagnostics & Repair

CarMax Business Services; Kentwood, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Mechanical Associate in Kentwood, MI, to inspect, diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles to CarMax standards. You will work with a team to address technical challenges on domestic and foreign vehicles, with focus on safety and quality in a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications include experience in engine repair, steering/suspension, brakes, and HVAC; strong health and safety compliance; ability to lift heavy objects; excellent communication; valid driver’s license;

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 as listed for Steering & 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 systems

Health & safety compliance

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Valid driver’s license

ASE certifications (A4, A5, A7, A6, A1

Education

ASE Certifications (A4, A5, A7, A6, A1, A3, A8, A2)

Job description

CarMax is seeking a Mechanical Associate in Kentwood, MI, to inspect, diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles to CarMax standards. You will work with a team to address technical challenges on domestic and foreign vehicles, with focus on safety and quality in a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications include experience in engine repair, steering/suspension, brakes, and HVAC; strong health and safety compliance; ability to lift heavy objects; excellent communication; valid driver’s license;