Jobs · Management · Illinois

Brake and Tire Technician

Carvana · University Park, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$19.5–$23.5/hrFull-time

About the role

We’re looking for Automotive Mechanics with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive repair experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500. As a Brake & Tire Technician, you’ll be expected to perform light maintenance or repairs, including changing brakes and tires and performing technician services such as routine inspections/maintenance, basic mechanical repair for brake pads/calipers/rotors, tire installations, and wheel alignments. At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.

Responsibilities

  • Perform light maintenance or repairs, including changing brakes and tires
  • Perform technician services such as routine inspections and maintenance
  • Basic mechanical repair for brake pads, calipers, and rotors
  • Tire installations
  • Wheel alignments

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of professional automotive repair experience
  • Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools – must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license
  • Some positions may be subject to a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever‑changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
  • Use of safety equipment that may include but is not limited to face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Benefits

  • Competitive wage
  • 401(k) with Carvana match
  • Vehicle purchase discount
  • State‑of‑the‑art tools in high‑tech Inspection Centers
  • Training programs to ensure skill and pay progress
  • 100% company‑paid healthcare premiums
  • Generous paid‑time off and your birthday is a holiday
  • ASE and tool reimbursement programs
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

Pay

$19.50‑$23.50 per hour

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