Automotive Technician

Drive Your Career Forward with AAA Club Alliance!

Are you an experienced automotive technician who wants to get connected with a trusted, nationally recognized organization? This posting is part of our year-round talent pipeline for automotive technicians across AAA Club Alliance locations. While immediate openings may vary by location, we are always looking to connect with skilled technicians who want to be considered for current and future opportunities.

At AAA, we do more than repair vehicles – we help keep our members safe and on the road. When you join our team, you're supported by more than a century of trust, competitive pay, consistent schedules, and a culture that values quality work and work-life balance. We invest in your growth with paid ASE certifications, ongoing training, and modern equipment so you can focus on what you do best!

Apply today to start the conversation and be considered as opportunities become available.

Available hiring locations may include:

• AAA Car Care Plus: Grandview - 686 Grandview Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
• AAA Car Care Plus: Reynoldsburg - 6971 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43213
• AAA Car Care Plus: Columbus Northwest - 1335 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
• AAA Car Care Plus: Dublin - 6600 Perimeter Loop Rd, Dublin, OH 43017
• AAA Car Care Plus: Gahanna - 5486 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus, OH 43230
• AAA Car Care Plus: Polaris - 8350 Sancus Blvd, Columbus, OH 43240
• AAA Car Care Plus: Powell - 8868 Moreland St, Powell, OH 43065

As a full-time member of the AAA Car Care team, we can offer you:

General service technicians:

• The starting base compensation for this position is $16.37 to $23.02/hr. The base pay range shown is a guideline for compensation and ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.

Automotive repair technicians:

• A Technicians: $26.30 – $36.92/hour flat rate + 30-hour billable week guarantee
• B Technicians: $23.46 – $32.95/hour flat rate + 20-hour billable week guarantee
• C Technicians: $20.53 – $31.94/hour flat rate + 20-hour billable week guarantee
• Repair technicians/mechanics can also take advantage of our productivity incentive bonus that gives you the opportunity to earn a $250 - $550 bonus on each biweekly paycheck!

What you will do on the AAA team:

General service technicians:

• Perform the following repairs: fluid flush and replacement, visual vehicle inspection, belt and hose replacement, battery testing and replacement, and general automotive repairs.
• Clean and maintain test equipment and machines. Empty portable fluid drains, as necessary, into the bulk waste fluid storage tanks, and clean portable drains in accordance with shop guidelines.
• Mount, balance, and install tires. Maintain knowledge of general automotive skills, and continue to develop additional technical skills, to enable flexibility in work assignments.

Automotive repair technicians:

• Accurately perform maintenance and advanced automotive repairs/diagnosis for engine repair, automatic/manual transmissions, suspension/steering, brakes, ABS/traction control, electrical, and heating/AC.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of specialized skills, and continue to develop additional technical skills, to enable flexibility in work assignments.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized work area.
• Properly maintain tools and equipment and follow safety procedures as outlined in the safety information supplied by each equipment manufacturer and corporate safety policies.
• Organize the work presented and plan for the highest efficiency in the performance of all job functions, including vehicle movement.
• Accurately perform repairs and maintenance on all vehicles as specified in manufacturer-designed procedures or accepted industry practices.

What you need to succeed:

• Automotive repair technicians: Ability to accurately repair vehicles using advanced automotive diagnostic equipment and provide technical guidance through previous experience as an automotive technician
• Automotive repair technicians: Automotive service excellence (ASE) certifications (or ability to obtain in 12 months - paid for by AAA) or car dealer certifications
• Ability to lift up to a maximum of 75lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record and the ability to operate passenger vehicles and light- and medium-duty trucks with automatic and manual transmissions.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule, 5 days per week. Team members are required to work Saturdays as part of their regular schedule. The workweek includes one scheduled day off during the week and Sundays off. Additional schedule adjustments may be made based on business needs and approved time off.
• The ability to complete satisfactory pre-employment screenings (background check, drug screening, fitness for duty assessment) if offered the position.
• Authorized to work in the USA.

Full time associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• And more! Check out our benefits page for more information

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our members and customers. We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. It is ACA's policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA's operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Job category: Car care