DriveTime
What’s Under The Hood
DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately‑owned used car sales, finance, and servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and employees by putting the right customer in the right vehicle on the right terms and on their path to ownership.
About the Position Auto Technician
– In this learning‑focused, mentee‑style role you will work side‑by‑side with skilled technicians to recondition and repair incoming inventory for delivery to dealerships. The reconditioning process includes identifying mechanical and physical problems and completing repairs to correct them.
Essential Job Functions
Assist experienced technicians in identifying and understanding mechanical issues with incoming vehicle inventory.
Perform basic maintenance tasks—tire rotations, brake inspections, fluid checks—after completing necessary certifications.
Learn and demonstrate proper use of tools required for general vehicle repairs.
Safely move vehicles to and from the Inspection Center lot and shop as needed.
Support senior technicians and management in determining whether to repair or reject inventory based on repair cost estimates and overall vehicle quality.
Conduct test drives on repaired vehicles to confirm all issues have been properly resolved.
Follow all safety protocols and procedures to help prevent accidents or injuries.
Foster positive working relationships with technicians and other Inspection Center staff.
Participate in ongoing technical training as required or available.
Follow DriveTime’s policies, procedures, and ethical standards and represent the company positively.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong active listening skills.
Basic knowledge of vehicle systems and components.
Willingness to learn and grow skills in the automotive industry.
Ability to work well in a high‑functioning team environment.
Detail‑oriented.
Work Experience / Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license and insurable DMV records required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Enrollment in an auto technician institute or at least 1 year of automotive industry experience preferred.
Physical Demands
Safety‑sensitive position.
Must communicate in English.
Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate vehicles and machinery.
May need to lift or move objects up to 60 pounds.
Requires use of safety equipment (face shield, goggles, gloves, etc.).
May work in cold, hot, noisy, wet environments with fumes or odors.
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with significant employer contributions.
401(k) retirement plan, company‑paid life insurance, and short/long‑term disability coverage.
Growth opportunities with over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program with coaching, incentives, and discounts on medical premiums.
Competitive pay.
No customer interaction required—focus on repairing vehicles.
Consistent work schedule; closed on Sundays (except peak season).
Paid time off, wellness days, and holidays for full‑time employees; vacation time for part‑timers.
Other Information DriveTime Family of Brands is a Great Place to Work Certified company with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. 90% of employees say they feel at home here.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This is a safety sensitive position.
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About the Position Auto Technician
– In this learning‑focused, mentee‑style role you will work side‑by‑side with skilled technicians to recondition and repair incoming inventory for delivery to dealerships. The reconditioning process includes identifying mechanical and physical problems and completing repairs to correct them.
Essential Job Functions
Assist experienced technicians in identifying and understanding mechanical issues with incoming vehicle inventory.
Perform basic maintenance tasks—tire rotations, brake inspections, fluid checks—after completing necessary certifications.
Learn and demonstrate proper use of tools required for general vehicle repairs.
Safely move vehicles to and from the Inspection Center lot and shop as needed.
Support senior technicians and management in determining whether to repair or reject inventory based on repair cost estimates and overall vehicle quality.
Conduct test drives on repaired vehicles to confirm all issues have been properly resolved.
Follow all safety protocols and procedures to help prevent accidents or injuries.
Foster positive working relationships with technicians and other Inspection Center staff.
Participate in ongoing technical training as required or available.
Follow DriveTime’s policies, procedures, and ethical standards and represent the company positively.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong active listening skills.
Basic knowledge of vehicle systems and components.
Willingness to learn and grow skills in the automotive industry.
Ability to work well in a high‑functioning team environment.
Detail‑oriented.
Work Experience / Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license and insurable DMV records required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Enrollment in an auto technician institute or at least 1 year of automotive industry experience preferred.
Physical Demands
Safety‑sensitive position.
Must communicate in English.
Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate vehicles and machinery.
May need to lift or move objects up to 60 pounds.
Requires use of safety equipment (face shield, goggles, gloves, etc.).
May work in cold, hot, noisy, wet environments with fumes or odors.
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with significant employer contributions.
401(k) retirement plan, company‑paid life insurance, and short/long‑term disability coverage.
Growth opportunities with over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program with coaching, incentives, and discounts on medical premiums.
Competitive pay.
No customer interaction required—focus on repairing vehicles.
Consistent work schedule; closed on Sundays (except peak season).
Paid time off, wellness days, and holidays for full‑time employees; vacation time for part‑timers.
Other Information DriveTime Family of Brands is a Great Place to Work Certified company with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. 90% of employees say they feel at home here.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This is a safety sensitive position.
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