Used Car Technician

L0455 Kia of Frisco; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short & Long-Term Disability

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Lithia Learning Center

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway is seeking an experienced Internal/Used Car Technician to join our Service Team at Kia of Frisco. This onsite role focuses on inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and reconditioning pre-owned vehicles to frontline readiness.

The technician reports to the Shop Foreman and works with the Service, Parts, and Used Car teams. ASE certifications are encouraged, and ongoing training is supported.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive technician experience.
• Experience servicing multiple makes and models.
• ASE certifications preferred or in progress.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and recondition used vehicle inventory.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, drivability, brake, suspension, steering and HVAC concerns.
• Complete maintenance and repairs for frontline readiness.
• Identify and document recommended repairs.
• Perform quality and safety inspections.
• Meet internal production and turnaround expectations.
• Use scan tools and electronic service information.
• Partner with Service, Parts, and Used Car teams to keep vehicles moving.
• Maintain accurate repair orders and documentation.

Skills

3+ years experience

Multi-make experience

ASE Certifications

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership: L0455 Kia of Frisco Kia of Frisco Kia of Frisco is looking for an experienced Internal/Used Car Technician to join our Service Team. This role is focused on inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and reconditioning pre-owned vehicles to get them safe, reliable, and frontline-ready. The Used Car Technician reports to the Shop Foreman and is an onsite dealership position.

Why Join Us?

• Work on a variety of domestic, import, and pre-owned vehicles
• Consistent used-car and internal reconditioning workflow
• Limited customer-facing interaction
• Access to Kia training and technician development opportunities
• Opportunity to build and maintain ASE Certifications
• Career growth into Main Shop, Kia Certified Technician, or Shop Foreman opportunities
• Modern tools, equipment, and diagnostic resources
• Supportive, team-focused shop environment

What You'll Do

• Inspect and recondition used vehicle inventory
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, drivability, brake, suspension, steering, and HVAC concerns
• Complete maintenance and repairs needed for frontline readiness
• Identify and document recommended repairs
• Perform quality and safety inspections
• Meet internal production and turnaround expectations
• Use scan tools and electronic service information
• Partner with Service, Parts, and Used Car teams to keep vehicles moving
• Maintain accurate repair orders and documentation

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of automotive technician experience
• Experience working on multiple makes and models
• Dealership or independent repair experience
• ASE Certifications
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and drivability repairs
• Manage multiple repair and reconditioning jobs
• Valid driver's license with 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 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.

At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!