Automotive Technician at DriveTime in 5000 South Fwy Fort Worth, TX

Automotive Technician

Location: 5000 South Fwy Fort Worth, TX 76115

Open Interviews – Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM!

Looking for your next career opportunity? We're conducting open interviews and welcome walk-in candidates. Stop by to meet our team, learn more about the role, and interview on-site. No appointment necessary!

What's Under the Hood

DriveTime is the largest privately owned used car sales, finance & servicing company in the nation. We put the right customer in the right vehicle, on the right terms, on their path to ownership with transparent, no-haggle dealerships nationwide.

Responsibilities of the Job (Or Better Known as, Your Next Destination)

Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and performing advanced vehicle repairs and maintenance, performing emissions testing (where applicable), vehicle movement, inventory management, repair documentation, and computer utilization.

• Perform inspections, maintenance and repairs on multiple makes and models of DriveTime inventory vehicles.
• Explain automotive repairs and issues to management to minimize re-work and delays in production.
• Proper documentation of all work performed in DriveTime systems.
• Keep area clean and organized to maintain the highest level of safety and compliance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (The Good Stuff)

• Must be proficient in automotive repairs.
• Must be able to troubleshoot basic automotive concerns.
• Must be able to communicate the causes and recommended corrections for vehicle issues.
• 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 be able to learn and comply with all DriveTime standards.

Perks

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, wellness program, competitive pay, closed Sundays, weekends off (except during peak season), and PTO for full-time and part-time employees.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights, with additional lifting from various levels.
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
• Requires standing for extended periods with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, wet, and may contain fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.
• Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Requires use of safety equipment, including but not limited to face shields or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, 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 in a safety-sensitive and technical environment.

Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM. We look forward to meeting you!