What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automobile Mechanic position at Car Connection raleigh?
Car Connection is hiring an experienced Lead Automotive Technician / Shop Foreman for our busy used car dealership and automotive repair shop in Raleigh, NC.
This is a full-time, hands-on position for a skilled technician who can accurately diagnose difficult mechanical and electrical problems, complete repairs, oversee shop workflow, and assist other technicians when needed. This is not a desk-only management position—you will work directly on vehicles while helping ensure repairs are completed correctly and efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose check-engine lights, drivability concerns, electrical faults, no-start conditions, and communication-system problems
- Perform engine, transmission, brake, suspension, steering, cooling-system, HVAC, and general automotive repairs
- Use professional scan tools, wiring diagrams, multimeters, test lights, and technical repair information
- Inspect vehicles and determine the correct repairs needed
- Help assign and coordinate work with other technicians
- Assist less-experienced technicians with difficult repairs and diagnostic problems
- Verify completed repairs before vehicles leave the shop
- Clearly communicate repair findings, required parts, and estimated completion times
- Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work area
- Help keep dealership inventory and customer vehicles moving through the shop efficiently
Qualifications:
- Strong professional automotive repair experience
- Advanced mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
- Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical repair information
- Experience using professional automotive scan tools and diagnostic equipment
- Ability to perform both major and minor automotive repairs
- Experience working on domestic, Asian, and European vehicles
- Leadership skills and the ability to guide other technicians
- Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation
- Must have personal automotive tools appropriate for an experienced technician
- Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
- ASE certifications are preferred but not required
Compensation will be based on experience, diagnostic ability, productivity, and leadership skills.
Salary : $16 - $58