Vehicle Mechanic: Up to $5K Hiring Bonus + Training

Carmax; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus up to $5,000

Advanced tools and ongoing training

Job summary

CarMax seeks a Mechanical Associate to inspect, diagnose, and recondition vehicles to CarMax safety and quality standards.

You will work with a skilled team in a climate-controlled facility, gaining hands-on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles while upholding customer trust and satisfaction. Training and advancement opportunities accompany ongoing tool upgrades and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems.
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance.
• Able to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax’s high standards for quality and safety.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to solve technical challenges quickly and effectively.
• Gain hands-on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles.
• Uphold CarMax’s commitment to customer satisfaction and trust.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Engine repair

Steering and suspension

Brakes

HVAC systems

Health and safety compliance

Lifting heavy objects

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

ASE Certifications (A4, A5, A7, A6, A1

Education

ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)

Job description

CarMax seeks a Mechanical Associate to inspect, diagnose, and recondition vehicles to CarMax safety and quality standards.

You will work with a skilled team in a climate-controlled facility, gaining hands-on experience across domestic and foreign vehicles while upholding customer trust and satisfaction. Training and advancement opportunities accompany ongoing tool upgrades and safety compliance.