Jobs · Management · Missouri

Senior Automotive Mechanic Technician - $2,500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Automotive Inc. · Kansas City, MO · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$26.73–$40.1/hrFull-time

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with opportunities for sign-on bonuses
  • $1,500 New Hire Tool Bonus for new auto techs
  • $1,000 New Hire Signing Bonus
  • Career growth through Cox Auto University training, GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification
  • Referral bonuses — at least $1,000 for each new eligible technician referral (amount varies by job type)
  • 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year from day one (full-time); up to 44 paid days off with tenure
  • Healthcare benefits from day one with multiple options for individuals and families; one employee-only plan could be free with health screening participation
  • 10 days of free child or senior care through complimentary Care.com membership
  • Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match
  • Employee discounts on hundreds of items (cars, computers, continuing education, etc.)
  • Earnings boost through active ASE certifications
  • Minimum sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays per calendar year
  • Additional paid time off: bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a master-level auto technician performing heavy-duty work and providing direction, guidance, and technical expertise to shop personnel
  • Perform responsibilities of a level 1–3 auto technician
  • Perform a wide range of repairs: brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, safety inspections, AC, and major engine
  • Perform advanced diagnostics and complete repairs
  • Work with individual technicians to assess specific vehicle needs
  • Provide general guidance, direction, or training to associates in supporting roles or less experienced associates
  • Perform quality control checks on all work; notify supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work
  • Ensure auto maintenance standard operating procedures and activities are conducted to deliver desired outcomes
  • Identify developmental opportunities in staff
  • Monitor workflow processes and recommend areas to improve productivity
  • Alert management about difficult issues, patterns, and trends
  • Model safety behaviors and ensure technicians comply with all health, safety, and environmental requirements
  • Train and instruct new and current employees regarding job functions/tasks when needed
  • Provide technical expertise and effective guidance and coaching to other shop employees

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license required; must be a safe driver
  • 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience
  • Ability to drive standard, automatic, and electric vehicles

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (preferred)
  • ASE Certifications: A1–8 (L1 in emission states) (preferred)

Pay

Hourly pay rate range: $26.73 – $40.10/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

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