Quaility Control Specialist​/Automotive Apprentice

Final Authority in Excellence:
Quality Control Specialist / Technician Apprentice

Join the Walker Automotive Team in Elkton, KY

Are you meticulous with an obsession for detail? Do you believe 'good enough' is never enough when it comes to vehicle safety and customer trust?
Walker Automotive is seeking a high-energy Quality Control Specialist / Automotive Technician Apprentice to serve as the final guarantor of our mission: exceeding every customer expectation.

In this role, you aren't just an apprentice; you are the ultimate authority on repair quality and vehicle presentation before a client ever turns the key.

This is a unique 'Earn while you Learn' opportunity. We provide a structured pathway and elite training designed to turn dedicated individuals into the best technicians in the automotive industry.

• Diagnostic Mastery: Conduct electronic pre- and post-scans using advanced tools like Tekmetric to track and clear trouble codes.
• Hands-on
  
  Experience:
  
  Perform multi-point 'Rack Attack' inspections and light maintenance, such as air filter installations and general repairs.
• Shop Stewardship: Learn the operational side of a professional shop by managing tool organization, service bay cleanliness, and vehicle work lines.

• Safety Verification: Ensure every wheel lug nut is retorqued to spec and all fluid levels are perfect.
• The Final Test: Execute thorough road tests to confirm repair success and document out-mileage.
• White-Glove Presentation: Perform exterior 'mini washes' and thorough interior detailing—including vacuuming and smudge removal—to ensure the vehicle looks its best.

• NEW: 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan: We invest in your long-term legacy. Our new profit-sharing retirement plan ensures that as the company thrives, your future security grows with it.
• Professional Growth: We value excellence and humility, providing a high-performance environment where your technical skills are sharpened daily.
• State-of-the-Artist Facility: Work in a clean, modern shop alongside the top technicians in the industry.

• Experience: A proven background in automotive service, repair, or quality control.
• Meticulous Mindset: An exceptional, methodical approach to inspections and digital documentation.
• Integrity: A high degree of accountability and the ability to take absolute ownership of the final quality of every vehicle.
• Technical Aptitude: A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including diagnostic scanning tools.
• Valid Driver’s License: A clean driving record is required to operate customer vehicles safely.

If you have a passion for automotive excellence and are ready to prevent comebacks by being the best in the business, apply today to join the Walker Automotive family.