Used Car Technician

Oakes GMC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + paid holidays

Employee discounts

Career growth across multiple stores

Tuition reimbursement

Community involvement and volunteer op

Locally owned and operated

Job summary

Oakes Auto Group is seeking a Used Car Technician in Kansas City, MO. The role focuses on inspections, light repairs, and recon work to keep inventory turning. The technician will ensure vehicles are frontline-ready through rigorous testing and quality checks.

Candidates should have 2+ years in automotive tech, experience with UCI, and the ability to work quickly while maintaining high standards. Excellent teamwork and reliability are essential in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with used car inspections and light mechanical work.
• 2+ years in automotive technician roles (lube, line, or recon).
• Ability to perform UCI inspections and basic diagnostics.
• Comfortable handling fast-paced recon environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform full used car inspections (UCI) including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, drivability.
• Execute basic maintenance such as oil changes, fluids, filters, batteries, brakes, tires.
• Handle light mechanical and recon repairs to prep vehicles for the lot quickly and correctly.
• Document findings, log hours, and communicate needs to advisors and managers.

Skills

Used car inspections

Light mechanical repairs

Fast and detail-oriented

Organized multi-vehicle management

Independent with accountability

Safety and frontline readiness

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Used Car Technician

Location: Oakes GMC | Kansas City, MO

Schedule: Full Time

Compensation: $23.00 - $32..00 based off experience

About the Role

We’re looking for a Used Car Technician who can move quickly, work efficiently, and take pride in getting vehicles frontline-ready the right way. This role focuses on inspections, light repairs, and recon work to keep inventory turning. Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Career growth across multiple stores
• Locally owned and operated
• Tuition reimbursement
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Perform full used car inspections (UCI), including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and drivability
• Complete basic maintenance such as oil changes, fluid services, filters, batteries, brakes, and tires
• Handle light mechanical and recon repairs to prepare vehicles for the lot quickly and correctly
• Document findings, flag hours accurately, and communicate with advisors and managers on needed repairs
• Ensure vehicles are fully frontline-ready, including final road tests and quality checks

What We’re Looking For

Fast, detail-oriented technician who takes ownership of their work and understands the importance of speed and accuracy in a recon environment. Someone who can stay organized, work independently, and keep vehicles moving without sacrificing quality.

What Makes YOU a Good Fit?

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced with used car inspections and light mechanical repairs
• Fast, efficient, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a high-volume recon environment
• Reliable with strong follow-through and accountability
• Able to work independently while maintaining quality standards
• Organized and capable of managing multiple vehicles at once
• Focused on accuracy, safety, and frontline-ready vehicles
• Motivated to take pride in their work and production output

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean or acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a standard background check
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems 2+ years of automotive technician experience (lube, line, or recon)
• Experience with inspections, basic diagnostics, and light mechanical work
• Own basic set of tools

About Oakes Auto Group

Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive, grounded, and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City, Olathe, and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork, personal growth, and doing right by our customers and our community.

We invest heavily in training, development, and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here, not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication, accountability, and a winning attitude, and we genuinely celebrate our employees’ successes and milestones.

Beyond the walls of our dealerships, we stay active in the community through local partnerships, volunteer opportunities, charity drives, and events that bring people together. We’re proud to represent a brand that is known for its culture, its commitment to service, and its belief that great people create great experiences.

If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make an impact, Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.