Used Vehicle Reconditioning Technician/Mechanic

Swickard Auto Group; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Lexus of Fremont, part of Swickard Auto Group, is seeking a Reconditioning Technician to inspect, assess, and improve pre-owned vehicles for sale. You will focus on safety inspections, identify needed repairs, and ensure each vehicle meets quality standards before it goes to the lot.

Your work supports consistent, flat-rate hours in a focused environment, with opportunities for growth within a growing dealer group and a strong team culture at the Bay Area location.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive technician experience in a franchised dealership.
• Strong inspection background across major systems, brakes, suspension, etc.
• ASE certifications preferred.
• California SMOG license preferred, not required.
• Comfort working across multiple makes and model years.
• Detail-oriented with inspection reports that influence market decisions.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Quality-first mindset toward vehicle condition before sale.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles.
• Document inspection findings and prepare reconditioning recommendations.
• Identify safety concerns and mechanical issues before sale clearance.
• Complete approved reconditioning repairs to meet standards.
• Perform road tests to verify inspection findings.
• Coordinate with used vehicle and service managers on priorities and timelines.
• Maintain repair order documentation for all work performed.
• Keep workstation clean, organized, and safe throughout shifts.

Skills

Automotive tech exp

Vehicle inspection

Diagnostic skills

Franchised dealer

Valid driver's license

SMOG license (CA)

Job description

Description

Fremont, CA | Lexus | Luxury brand | Reconditioning Technician | Used vehicle | Pre-owned | Safety inspection | Flat-rate | Bay Area | SMOG preferred | Veterans encouraged to apply | $35.50 - $40/hr flat rate

• You're an experienced technician with a thorough diagnostic eye -- you can walk through a used vehicle and know exactly what it needs
• You take the safety inspection process seriously -- your recommendations protect both the guest and the store's reputation
• You're looking for a focused, consistent flat-rate role at a luxury dealership without the chaos of a full-line service bay

IS THIS YOU?

• You're an experienced technician with a thorough diagnostic eye -- you can walk through a used vehicle and know exactly what it needs
• You take the safety inspection process seriously -- your recommendations protect both the guest and the store's reputation
• You're looking for a focused, consistent flat-rate role at a luxury dealership without the chaos of a full-line service bay

Who We Are

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Lexus of Fremont, every pre-owned vehicle we sell goes through a thorough reconditioning process before it reaches a guest. The Reconditioning Technician is the person who makes that standard real -- performing safety inspections, identifying what needs attention, and ensuring every used vehicle we put on the lot is something we're proud to sell.

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles -- evaluating brakes, tires, suspension, steering, lighting, fluid levels, belts, hoses, and all major vehicle systems
• Document inspection findings accurately and thoroughly -- preparing detailed reconditioning recommendations that support management decisions on each vehicle
• Identify safety concerns and mechanical issues that must be addressed before a vehicle is cleared for sale
• Complete approved reconditioning repairs -- addressing mechanical, safety, and operational items to bring vehicles to dealership and Lexus CPO standards where applicable
• Perform road tests to evaluate vehicle performance and confirm the accuracy of inspection findings
• Coordinate with the used vehicle manager and service management on reconditioning priorities and timelines
• Maintain accurate repair order documentation for all inspection and reconditioning work performed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout every shift

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of automotive technician experience in a franchised dealership -- multi-brand or import experience a strong plus
• Strong inspection background -- able to evaluate a vehicle thoroughly and accurately across all major systems
• ASE certifications preferred -- multi-system certifications reflect the diagnostic breadth this role requires
• California SMOG license preferred -- not required
• Comfortable working across multiple vehicle makes and model years -- used vehicle reconditioning is rarely brand-specific
• Detail-oriented and thorough -- your inspection reports directly influence what vehicles go to market and what doesn't
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• A quality-first mindset -- you don't clear a vehicle you wouldn't feel confident selling to your own family

What We Offer

• $35.50 - $40/hr flat rate
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• A focused, consistent workflow -- reconditioning provides steady flat-rate hours without the unpredictability of a full service drive
• Career growth within the Swickard organization -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY LEXUS OF FREMONT

• Lexus is one of the most respected luxury brands in the country -- the pre-owned vehicles that come through this store reflect that standard, and the reconditioning process is how we protect it
• A focused role with a clear scope -- every day is safety inspections, reconditioning recommendations, and quality control. No chaos, no surprises
• Fremont is a growing city in the heart of the Bay Area with a high-volume pre-owned operation and consistent reconditioning work
• Swickard is one of the fastest growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests
• Leadership that values the technicians whose work protects both the guest and the store's reputation

Every pre-owned vehicle Lexus of Fremont sells passes through this role first. The Reconditioning Technician's inspection is the last line of quality control before a vehicle reaches a guest -- and the standard held here directly reflects the reputation of the store. It's focused, meaningful work for a technician who takes the craft seriously.

If you're an experienced technician with a thorough eye and a quality-first mindset -- we'd like to meet you.