Diagnostic Technician

What’s Under the Hood

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.

You can find Drive Time’s tire tracks across the nation with dealerships where we embrace a transparent pricing approach, eliminating haggling and gimmicks and 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!

That’s Nice, But What’s the Job?

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

In short, the Diagnostic Technician includes bumper‑to‑bumper repairs, part replacements and all advanced repairs and builds. The great part, no customers, ever - just you doing what you do best! Fixing Cars!

In long, our Diagnostic Auto Technicians are responsible for:

• Mechanically inspecting vehicles for safety and drivability while documenting findings into our inventory management system.
• Working with Reconditioning Center Management to repair or reject inventory based on estimated cost of repairs and/or the overall quality of the vehicle.
• Advanced automotive repairs.
• Must be proficient in the Cooling, braking, charging, steering/suspension, AC and electrical system Components.
• Identifying and completing repairs effectively the first time, to minimize re‑work and delays in production.
• Test driving repaired vehicles to ensure that the problem has been completely fixed.
• Work in ways that decrease the possibility of injury to yourself or other team members in the shop due to spills or other preventable hazardous conditions.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(The Good Stuff)

• Industry Experience. Minimum of 5 years on the job experience performing light to medium line work. (Brakes, Engine, Steering/Suspension, Cooling, A/C, Electrical). ASE certified a plus, but not required.
• Plays well with others. You will be working in a high‑functioning team environment. We work together to win together.
• A mind for the details. Okay we know “detail‑oriented” is on about every job description – but we really mean it!
• Timely. Being “fashionably late” is great outside the job, but on the job you’ll need to adhere to regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements (a.k.a. What You Need to Get the Job Done)

• High School Diploma or GED required, ASE Master is nice to have.
• Vocational/Technical degree or professional experience equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• This role typically requires 5+ years of experience and the ability to work on all makes and models (Domestic, European and Asian brands).
• You must own your own tool set.

Must be able to communicate in English to ensure effective performance of the position in a safety‑sensitive/technical environment.

So What About the Perks? Perks matter

• Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! Drive Time Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top‑tier healthcare coverage.
• But Wait, There’s More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long‑term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, Drive Time Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement. We’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we’ll put our money where our mouth is.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self‑guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!

• No Customers. No worries. Just do what you love. Repair cars.
• Consistent Work Schedule. We…