Automotive Technician

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Clearwater, FL

Drive Time Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by placing a focus on putting the right customer in the right vehicle on the right terms and on their path to ownership.

We embrace a transparent pricing approach, eliminating haggling and gimmicks, and operate reconditioning centers where we breathe new life into pre‑owned vehicles. Regardless of where you’re located, if you’ve got DRIVE and you’re looking to make an impact, we’d love for you to make a difference with us!

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

• Perform inspections, maintenance and repairs on multiple makes and models of Drive Time inventory vehicles.
• Explain automotive repairs and issues to management to minimize rework and delays in production.
• Properly document all work performed in Drive Time systems.
• Keep area clean and organized to maintain the highest level of safety and compliance.

• 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 Drive Time standards.

• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Certificate or Associate’s degree in automotive technology or equivalent work experience (3 years or more) in automotive repair.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

This job position is designated as a safety sensitive position
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• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required 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 and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance.
• Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Requires use of safety equipment that may include but not be limited to face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.
• Requires some driving and frequent typing.
• Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance.

• Medical, dental, and vision:
  Drive Time covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure employees receive top‑tier healthcare coverage.
• 401(K), company‑paid life insurance policy, short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Growth opportunities:
  Roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program:
  Self‑guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on medical premiums.
• Competitive pay across the organization.
• No customers on the front line – focus on repairing cars.
• Consistent work schedule:
  Closed on Sundays to give employees valued time with family and friends.
• No weekends, except during peak season.
• Paid time off:
  Wellness days, holidays, and other time away for full‑time and part‑time employees.

Drive Time is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a safety sensitive position.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Retail