Automotive Technician - FT

About the role

Join the Avis Budget Group team and play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and customer-ready. Your work directly supports vehicle performance and availability.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential mechanical repairs and maintenance on a diverse fleet of newer vehicles with minimal technical supervision.
• May include oil and fluid services, tire repairs, brake work, suspension repairs, and other routine maintenance or warranty-related repairs based on your experience level.
• Support senior technicians with more complex diagnostic and repair work as you continue to build your skills.
• Maintain vehicle reliability and safety, helping reduce downtime and ensuring vehicles are ready when customers need them—directly contributing to a positive customer experience.

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, but not limited to: 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
• Must have a complete set of tools required for automotive repair and maintenance
• Basic computer skills, including typing and data entry
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit and kneel frequently, enter, exit and drive vehicles
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• This position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely
• Previous Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) experience is preferred and considered a strong advantage

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must meet the following requirements:

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Team player

Benefits

• Bi-weekly hourly wage (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
• On-the-job training to expand your 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
• Retailer benefits (401k)
• Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars

Pay

$23.00/Hour

Schedule

Immediate hiring

Company Information

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.

We believe great service starts with people who care. 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 to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.