Experienced​/Certified Technician - Bentley Costa Mesa Area

Overview

The Experienced Technician performs vehicle repair and maintenance as assigned per dealer and factory standards, building Customer loyalty by developing trust and ensuring confidence in Auto Nation as a care‑giver for vehicle safety and reliability.

This compensation range for this position is $33.00 to $65.00 per flat rate hour, a combination of hourly and bonus pay.

• Paid Training Opportunities:
  Elevate your expertise with paid OEM training, unlocking new levels of success and earning potential on our technician wage grid.
• Longevity and Productivity Bonus and Incentives
• Generous PTO/Vacation Policy:
  Enjoy a comprehensive paid time off policy for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Defined Career Paths:
  Experience a workplace with structured career paths, offering clear milestones and opportunities for advancement across sales, service, management, and corporate.
• Benefits on Day One:
  Auto Nation prioritizes your well‑being with robust health insurance options for you and your loved ones.
• Drive a Strong Customer Pay Business:
  Join a team focused on driving a strong customer pay business where your expertise contributes to exceptional customer experiences.
• Generous Employee/Technician Referral Programs (based on position)
• Employee Discounts on purchases, parts, and service

Keep America Moving. Drive your Technician Career with Auto Nation.

At Auto Nation, we don’t just service vehicles, we support the people who keep them running. As America’s most admired automotive retailer, we offer factory training, cutting‑edge tools, and a clear path to advancement.

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Paid training and OEM certification support
• Opportunities to grow into Service, Sales, Management, Regional and Executive roles
• Career options coast to coast through our nationwide footprint of locations

• Valid driver’s license
• A passion for cars and customer service

This position interacts daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers, just to name a few.

• Perform vehicle repair and/or maintenance work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards to drive Customer loyalty.
• Communicate with Parts Department and Service Advisors regularly to effectively manage production and Customer communication.
• Diagnose the cause of any malfunction and perform repair, if authorized by the Customer.
• Conduct multi-point inspections to make appropriate recommendations to ensure safety and reliability of Customer vehicles.
• Document work performed on each vehicle on the repair order.
• Maintain an inventory of normal Technician’s tools not normally inventoried by the Service department as “special tools.”
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins and participate in factory‑sponsored training classes as appropriate.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty.

• Targeted production
• Targeted sales
• Targeted Customer Satisfaction Index

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience as an automotive technician
• Automotive technical training (varies based on store needs)
• Attention to detail
• Organization and follow‑up skills
• Valid in‑state driver’s license and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

• Master‑Certified Technician
• Service Advisor
• Service Management

Auto Nation offers toolbox relocation assistance of up to $400 if a technician is required to supply their own toolbox. We understand the time and care that is needed to properly relocate your toolbox and this assistance program is designed to speed your journey to a new career with Auto Nation.

• Competitive compensation and 401(k) matching
• Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre‑owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and Auto Gear
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• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

Auto Nation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry.

We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.