Automotive Technician

7146 - Hillside - 101 N Wolf Rd, Hillside, Illinois, 60162

Car Max, the way your career should be!

Offering up to a $5,000 sign on bonus.

Only external applicants are eligible.

As an Automotive Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring every vehicle meets Car Max standards for safety, quality, and reliability. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to love what you do in a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment designed for success. At Car Max, you’ll use your technical expertise to diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, from engines and brakes to steering and suspension systems.

Join a team that values integrity, precision, and innovation, and experience a workplace where your growth matters as much as the cars you service.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet Car Max standards, with tasks aligned to your experience level.
• Perform automotive services from basic maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Complete multi-point inspections and accurately document findings and completed work following established processes.
• Repair or replace vehicle components such as trim, seals, and panels, supporting reconditioning efforts.
• Assist with alignment, suspension, and performance diagnostics, gaining independence as your skills grow.
• Uphold Car Max values of integrity, respect, transparency, and accountability while developing technical expertise and collaborate with teammates to meet production goals.
• Follow Car Max Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

• Basic to intermediate experience in automotive repair, including engines, brakes, suspension, or HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of workplace safety protocols and compliance standards.
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity, including the ability to lift, walk, and stand for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2).

$19.80 - $38.90

This position is eligible for commission.

Except as otherwise required by state law, Car Max Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commissioned are eligible:

• To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our Car Max Benefits website.

Car Max is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Upon an applicant’s request, Car Max will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the Car Max Job Application.