Experienced European Automotive Technician – Used Vehicle Reconditioning

Ocean Automotive Group
Department: Service / Used Vehicle Reconditioning
Employment Type: Full-Time

Ocean Automotive Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced European Automotive Technician to join our Used Vehicle Reconditioning team.

We are looking for a technician with a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience working as a Mainline Automotive Technician for a European automotive brand
, such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Land Rover, or another European manufacturer.

This position will focus primarily on internal used-vehicle inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and reconditioning to ensure dealership-owned vehicles meet our quality, mechanical, and safety standards before being offered for sale.

The ideal candidate is an experienced technician who can independently diagnose and repair European vehicles, work efficiently across multiple makes and models, and take ownership of the quality and accuracy of their work.

• Perform comprehensive mechanical inspections of dealership-owned pre-owned vehicles.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, and drivability concerns on European vehicles.

• Perform maintenance and repairs on BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Land Rover, and other European makes and models.

• Complete internal used-vehicle reconditioning repairs accurately and efficiently.

• Inspect and repair engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension, cooling systems, HVAC, and electrical components.

• Use manufacturer-specific diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and technical repair information.

• Identify safety concerns, mechanical deficiencies, and recommended repairs during vehicle inspections.

• Document inspection findings and recommended repairs accurately.

• Communicate required repairs, parts needs, and repair timelines to the Internal Service Advisor and Service Management.

• Complete authorized repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications and dealership standards.

• Perform road tests to verify concerns and confirm completed repairs.

• Conduct quality-control inspections to ensure vehicles are properly repaired before being released.

• Coordinate with the Parts Department regarding required parts and availability.

• Maintain accurate repair-order documentation, including diagnostic findings and completed work.

• Assist with identifying recurring mechanical concerns and recommending appropriate repair solutions.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Properly maintain tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.

• Follow all dealership safety procedures and applicable environmental requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Service Management.

This position is specifically focused on supporting the dealership's internal used-car reconditioning operations
.

The technician will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing dealership-owned vehicles to prepare them for retail sale.

Key expectations include:

• Completing thorough initial mechanical inspections.

• Identifying repairs necessary to meet dealership safety and reconditioning standards.

• Providing accurate diagnostic findings and repair recommendations.

• Completing approved repairs within established timelines.

• Communicating parts delays or additional repair concerns promptly.

• Working closely with the Internal Service Advisor and Used Car Management.

• Minimizing unnecessary delays while maintaining quality workmanship.

• Ensuring completed vehicles are mechanically sound and ready for final quality-control review.

The goal is to maintain an efficient reconditioning process while ensuring vehicles meet…