Used Car Recon Tech

Lithia & Driveway; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

SUBARU OF DECATUR is looking for a USED CAR RECON TECHNICIAN to handle inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a range of pre-owned vehicles on-site. You will ensure quality through thorough reconditioning aligned with manufacturer standards.

You’ll diagnose mechanical, electrical, suspension and drivability concerns, conduct multi-point inspections, and document repairs. We support training and growth within Lithia & Driveway.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive technician experience required.
• Experience inspecting and reconditioning used vehicles.
• Ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of vehicle makes and models.
• ASE certifications are ideal but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on used vehicles.
• Complete reconditioning to meet dealership and manufacturer quality standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, suspension, steering, brake, and drivability concerns.
• Conduct multi-point inspections and identify repair opportunities.
• Perform routine maintenance services, including oil changes, fluid services, tire rotations, and brake work.
• Document repair orders and recommended repairs.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Collaborate with parts and service teams to complete reconditioning work and reduce vehicle downtime.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with dealership policies.

Skills

Automotive technician experience

Used vehicle inspections

Diagnosis and repair across makes /

Automotive systems knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:

L0840 Subaru of Decatur

SUBARU OF DECATUR

USED CAR RECON TECHNICIAN

Pay: FRH depending on your experience.

Schedule: Full Time; open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand.

Location: On-site and reports to the Service Manager.

Why Join Our Team?

• Steady supply of used vehicle reconditioning work.
• Modern tools, equipment, and support from an experienced leadership team.
• Career advancement opportunities throughout Lithia & Driveway’s nationwide network.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Team-oriented culture focused on excellence and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of used vehicle makes and models.
• Complete reconditioning work to ensure vehicles meet dealership and manufacturer quality standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, suspension, steering, brake, and drivability concerns.
• Conduct multi-point inspections and identify additional repair opportunities.
• Perform routine maintenance services, including oil changes, fluid services, tire rotations, and brake work.
• Document repair orders and recommended repairs.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Collaborate with parts and service teams to complete reconditioning work and reduce vehicle downtime.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with dealership policies.

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years of previous automotive technician experience is required.
• Experience performing used vehicle inspections and reconditioning.
• Ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Experience with automotive systems and repair procedures.
• ASE certifications are ideal but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We’ve built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.