Automotive Technician - FT

$19.00/hour. Shift premium may apply.

About the role

Join the Avis Budget Group team as an Automotive Mechanic (B Tech) and play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and customer-ready. In this role, you will perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on a diverse fleet of newer vehicles with minimal technical supervision, directly supporting vehicle performance and availability to ensure customers can get on the road with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential mechanical repairs and maintenance, including oil and fluid services, tire repairs, brake work, and suspension repairs.
• Handle routine maintenance or warranty-related repairs based on your experience level.
• Support senior technicians with complex diagnostic and repair work as you build your skills.
• Maintain vehicle reliability and safety to reduce downtime and ensure vehicles are ready for customers.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly hourly wage (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage).
• On-the-job training to expand automotive skills and support ASE certification growth.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and other insurance.
• Flexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses.
• Retirement benefits (401k).
• Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars.

Benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status and location.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional auto repair experience or automotive coursework with certifications.
• At least 1 ASE certification, with the ability to obtain 2 additional ASE certifications within the first year.
• Working knowledge of ASE certification areas, including Engine Repair, Drivetrain/Axles, Suspension/Steering, Brakes, Electrical, Heating/Air Conditioning, Engine Performance, and Light Vehicle/Diesel.
• Comfortable working in a mechanical shop with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Complete set of tools required for automotive repair and maintenance.
• Basic computer skills, including typing and data entry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit, kneel frequently, enter, exit, and drive vehicles.
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Regular, on-site presence required; this position cannot be performed remotely.

Qualifications

• Previous Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) experience is preferred and considered a strong advantage.

About the company

Avis Budget Group is a team of 25,000 driven people performing with purpose to move the future of transportation forward through innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our culture is performance-driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference in the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities.