Automotive Apprentice Technician

Automotive Apprentice Technician

Nielsen Nissan of Stanhope is seeking Automotive Apprentice Technicians to join our service team!

Location: Stanhope, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Location: On-site at Nielsen Nissan of Stanhope
Schedule: Scheduled across five days, Monday through Saturday, with Sundays and one designated weekday off
Pay Range: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour, paid weekly

The Automotive Apprentice Technician performs routine vehicle maintenance and entry-level service work in a safe, accurate, and timely manner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in automotive service. Previous automotive experience is helpful but not required for candidates who demonstrate mechanical aptitude, dependability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Express Technicians receive hands‑on guidance and opportunities to develop the skills needed to advance into more experienced automotive technician positions.

• Perform routine vehicle-maintenance services, including oil and filter changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and other approved express services.
• Complete multi-point vehicle inspections according to dealership and manufacturer procedures.
• Inspect tires, brakes, batteries, filters, belts, hoses, wiper blades, lighting, and fluid levels.
• Replace air filters, cabin filters, wiper blades, batteries, bulbs, and other approved maintenance items.
• Perform basic tire services and repairs when properly trained and authorized.
• Identify visible maintenance concerns and report findings accurately to the Service Advisor.
• Perform only those services and repairs for which the employee has been properly trained and authorized.
• Ask the Shop Foreman or supervising technician for assistance before performing unfamiliar work.
• Follow repair orders, manufacturer procedures, dealership standards, and assigned service instructions.
• Complete repair orders and inspection forms accurately and promptly.
• Document all services performed, inspection findings, parts used, and additional maintenance recommendations.
• Obtain required authorization before performing additional work.
• Conduct quality-control checks to confirm that filters, drain plugs, fluid caps, wheels, and other serviced components are properly installed and secured.
• Protect customer vehicles, interiors, keys, personal property, and confidential information.
• Move customer and Company vehicles only when authorized, properly licensed, and eligible under Company insurance requirements.
• Comply with Company distracted‑driving requirements whenever operating or moving a vehicle.
• Properly use and maintain hand tools, shop equipment, vehicle lifts, tire equipment, and other assigned equipment.
• Follow all dealership safety procedures and wear required protective footwear and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Properly handle and dispose of oil, filters, fluids, batteries, tires, and other automotive materials.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, vehicle damage, spills, accidents, and injuries.
• Participate in Nissan, dealership, safety, and technical training as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with Service Advisors, technicians, parts employees, and management.
• Perform other related duties based on training level and business needs.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous automotive maintenance, express-service, lube‑technician, vocational‑school, or hands‑on mechanical experience is preferred but not required.
• Interest in developing a career in automotive maintenance and repair.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn routine vehicle‑service procedures.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions carefully.
• Strong…