General Automotive Technician (Hourly) - Land Rover Southwest Houston
Sonic Automotive
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- Pay
- $20 to $28
- an hour
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 20
- 2 days ago
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About the company
Sonic Automotive
Automotive · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Summary: The Automotive Technician plays a key role in getting pre-owned vehicles ready for retail by performing essential inspections and light mechanical repairs. This is a steady hourly position with consistent work and no reliance on flat-rate hours. It is a great fit for technicians who enjoy a fast-paced environment, a clear workflow, and the satisfaction of getting vehicles safely back on the road. Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform multi-point mechanical inspections on incoming pre-owned vehicles.
- Complete light mechanical repairs such as brakes, batteries, filters, bulbs, hoses, fluids, belts, and similar items.
- Identify safety or drivability concerns and escalate items that require higher-level diagnosis or repair.
- Document all work performed and parts used with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Meet reconditioning cycle time goals to ensure vehicles are ready for retail in a timely manner.
- Safely move vehicles throughout service, reconditioning, and retail-ready areas.
- Partner with service managers, advisors, and parts personnel to keep the recon process moving efficiently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area.
What you need
- Minimum 1+ years of experience in general automotive maintenance or repair
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs
Key skills
Automotive maintenanceAutomotive repairMulti-point inspectionsLight mechanical repairsValid driver's licenseClean driving record
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Perks
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Exclusive Travel Discounts
- OEM Certification
- Paid Manufacturer Training
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Summary:
The Automotive Technician plays a key role in getting pre-owned vehicles ready for retail by performing essential inspections and light mechanical repairs.
This is a steady hourly position with consistent work and no reliance on flat-rate hours.
It is a great fit for technicians who enjoy a fast-paced environment, a clear workflow, and the satisfaction of getting vehicles safely back on the road.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform multi-point mechanical inspections on incoming pre-owned vehicles.
Complete light mechanical repairs such as brakes, batteries, filters, bulbs, hoses, fluids, belts, and similar items.
Identify safety or drivability concerns and escalate items that require higher-level diagnosis or repair.
Document all work performed and parts used with accuracy and attention to detail.
Meet reconditioning cycle time goals to ensure vehicles are ready for retail in a timely manner.
Safely move vehicles throughout service, reconditioning, and retail-ready areas.
Partner with service managers, advisors, and parts personnel to keep the recon process moving efficiently.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area.
Minimum 1+ years of experience in general automotive maintenance or repair
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs
Compensation (Hourly - Straight Time):
$20.00 - $28.00 / hour
Schedule:
FULL-TIME
Sundays Always Off
Saturday Availability Required
Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off that Increases with Tenure
Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
Employee Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service
Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
Exclusive Travel Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Rentals
OEM Certification & Paid Manufacturer Training Opportunities
Career Growth within a Fortune 500 Company
All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines