Used Car Lead Techniian

Apple Autos; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Working Hours

401k with Company Matching Contribution

Health Club Reimbursement

Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits

Job summary

Apple Autos is seeking a Used Car Lead Technician in White Bear Lake, MN, responsible for leading the used car technician team to ensure efficient diagnostics, repairs, and reconditioning. The role involves hands-on production work and mentoring, aimed at enhancing the performance and skills of the team.

Ideal candidates will have substantial automotive technician experience and leadership capabilities. The position offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an automotive technician.
• Strong diagnostic skills across multiple vehicle systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and reconditioning work.
• Lead used car technician team to improve efficiency.
• Train and mentor technicians to enhance skills.

Skills

Automotive technician experience

Leadership and mentoring skills

Diagnostic and repair skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Technical training or certifications

Tools

Automotive diagnostic tools

Job description

Used Car Lead Technician

Company: Apple Ford White Bear Lake

Compensation: $26.00 - $50.00

We are seeking a high-performing Used Car Lead Technician to play a critical role in our used vehicle reconditioning operations. This position combines hands‑on production work with leadership responsibilities—ideal for a technician who wants to lead from the front, mentor others, and drive shop performance.

What You’ll Do

• Work day‑to‑day in the used car shop performing diagnostics, repairs, and reconditioning work
• Lead by example to drive 100% efficiency and productivity within the used car technician team
• Train, mentor, and develop used car technicians to improve skill set, quality, and output
• Ensure all repairs are completed accurately, efficiently, and to dealership standards
• Complete and oversee repair orders, documentation, and warranty processes in a timely manner
• Inspect used vehicles and determine necessary repairs to meet safety and quality standards
• Collaborate with service advisors and management to communicate vehicle needs and status
• Help improve shop processes, workflow, and overall reconditioning performance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as an automotive technician (used car/reconditioning experience preferred)
• Prior leadership, mentoring, or team lead experience strongly preferred
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across multiple vehicle systems
• Ability to train, coach, and hold technicians accountable to performance expectations
• High attention to detail with strong documentation habits
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Valid driver’s license
• Technical training or certifications preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Working Hours
• Advancement Opportunities
• Apple Autos Yearly Technician Tenure Bonus
• Professional and Respectful Work Environment
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance along with Voluntary Life and Disability
• Health Club Reimbursement
• New and Used Vehicle, Parts, and Service Discounts
• Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer Time Off
• 401k with a Company Matching Contribution
• Employee Assistance programs

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