Auto Tech - Entry Level

What’s Under The Hood

Drive Time Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by putting the right customer in the right vehicle on the right terms and on their path to ownership.

You can find Drive Time's tire tracks across the nation with dealerships where we embrace a transparent pricing approach, eliminating haggling and gimmicks, and reconditioning centers where we breathe new life into pre‑owned vehicles. Regardless of where you’re located, if you’ve got DRIVE and you’re looking to make an impact, we’d love for you to make a difference with us!

Responsible for basic vehicle repairs and maintenance, performing emissions testing (state inspections where applicable), vehicle movement, inventory management, repair documentation and computer utilization.

• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on inventory vehicles.
• Explain automotive repairs and issues to management to minimize re‑work and delays in production.
• Properly document all work performed in DT systems.
• Keep area clean and organized to maintain the highest level of safety and compliance.

• Must be proficient in basic automotive repair.
• Must be able to meet metric performance targets.
• Must be able to learn and operate basic computer systems.
• Must be organized and punctual.
• Must maintain a safe and compliant workspace.
• Must have good communication skills to present findings and share with leadership.

• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Certificate or Associates degree in automotive technology or work experience equivalent (2 years or more) in automotive repair.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

This job position is designated as a safety sensitive position
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• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
• Requires standing for an extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.
• Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Requires use of safety equipment such as face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.
• Requires some driving and frequent typing.
• Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance.

Must be able to communicate in English to ensure effective performance of the position in a safety‑sensitive/technical environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! Drive Time Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top‑tier healthcare coverage.
• 401(k), company‑paid life insurance policy, short and long‑term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! Drive Time Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement. We're as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we'll put our money where our mouth is.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self‑guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!
• No Customers. No worries. Just do what you love. Repair cars.
• Consistent Work Schedule. We are strong believers in work/life balance. We’re closed on Sundays to give our employees valued time with family and friends.
• No Weekends, No Problems. Take it easy on the weekends (the only exception is during our peak season when business is booming).
• Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard! Paid time off…