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Automotive Mechanic Technician

$27.5 per hour

Metro Auto Salvage, Inc.

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Automotive Dismantler / Auto Teardown Mechanic

Company: Metro Auto Salvage, Inc.

Location: Lakeville

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Starting at $27.50+/hour (DOE) with performance pay potential up to $35.00/hour + $500 Sign-On Bonus

About Metro Auto Salvage, Inc.

Serving our community since 1973, Metro Auto Salvage, Inc. is an established, family-rooted industry leader in quality recycled auto parts and vehicle recycling. We offer a stable, team-oriented work environment with modern equipment, climate-controlled facilities, and a schedule that respects your work-life balance.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Mechanic / Dismantler to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for disassembling salvage vehicles, carefully removing clean, saleable OEM parts, and prepping remaining materials for recycling.

Work is performed primarily indoors inside our heated and air-conditioned shop , with occasional outdoor yard tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carefully dismantle cars, trucks, and SUVs to salvage quality automotive parts for resale.
  • Inspect, identify, and tag components accurately to ensure customer-ready quality.
  • Safely drain fluids and remove hazardous items in accordance with safety and environmental protocols.
  • Prep vehicle shells and scrap metals for downstream recycling processes.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe personal bay and shop area.
  • Work efficiently while adhering to all company safety standards and best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience: Hands-on automotive mechanical, teardown, or repair experience.
  • Tools: Must provide your own automotive mechanics hand tools and pneumatic or cordless battery-powered impact guns.
  • Physical Capability: Ability to lift, pull, and carry automotive parts up to 50 lbs regularly, and comfortably bend, squat, and stand throughout shifts.
  • Work Ethic: Strong mechanical aptitude, self-motivated pace, attention to detail, and a dependable track record.

Work Schedule

Enjoy continuous work with zero weekend shifts and early release every Friday:

  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: OFF (No Weekends!)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting Base Pay: $27.50 per hour and up (based on mechanical experience)
  • Performance Earning Potential: Transition opportunity to Pay-for-Performance with earnings reaching up to $35.00/hour
  • $500 Sign-On Bonus (awarded after 120 days of employment)
  • Quarterly Tool Allowance / Tool Bonus to keep your gear up to date
  • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • Retirement: 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off: Paid holidays and paid vacation days
  • Comfortable Facility: Fully heated and air-conditioned indoor workspace
Company Description

Family owned since 1973. Selling automotive parts and recycling.

Company Description

Family owned since 1973. Selling automotive parts and recycling.

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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