Auto Maintenance Tech II (Manheim Maryland) $3000 New Hire Bonus

Auto Maintenance Technician II

The Automotive Technician II is a mid-level technician responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance and repair services for fleet vehicles. This role emphasizes exceptional customer satisfaction while ensuring cost-effective service delivery. The technician may work independently or collaboratively within a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record
• Minimum of 3 years of vehicle service and repair experience
• Ability to operate both standard and automatic transmission vehicles
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds (tools and equipment)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance services, including:
• Oil changes
• Oil, fuel, and transmission filter replacements
• Transmission flushes
• Inspections for mechanical deficiencies
• Execute light repairs as required based on inspection findings
• Perform repairs and maintenance based on certification level, including:
• OBD II systems
• Brake systems
• Tire services
• Tune-ups
• Suspension components
• Aerial lift systems
• Electrical systems
• State safety inspections
• Interior and exterior components
• Engine and drivetrain components
• Maintain and repair equipment such as:
• Cable trailers
• Laptop docking stations
• Assist with more complex repairs and advanced diagnostics as needed
• Perform moderate fabrication tasks, including:
• Equipment design
• Welding and custom modifications
• Troubleshoot and repair specialized fleet systems, including:
• Hydraulic systems
• Generators
• Electrical systems
• Hybrid vehicle systems
• Onboard computer systems
• Ensure operational readiness and availability of specialized fleet vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of customer service experience preferred
• Ability to obtain a minimum of four (4) ASE certifications within 18 months of employment
• Ongoing commitment to training and development to maintain ASE certifications and stay current with evolving automotive technologies

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells or simply uses cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.