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GM Automotive Technician / Auto Mechanic – Relocation Bonus Available

Don Johnson Auto Group
Hayward, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026
Description

Work Where You Play. Build a Career That Lasts.

Tired of long commutes, unpredictable hours, and the grind of city traffic? At Don Johnson Motors, you’ll enjoy steady work, a family-first schedule, and the chance to live in vacationland—where the lakes, trails, and fresh air are just minutes from your shop bay.

We’re looking for GM Certified Automotive Technicians (or those with equivalent experience) who want more than a job—they want a future.

What's In It For You

  • Protected Family Time: We’re closed evenings, weekends, and all major holidays.
  • Relocation Support: Bonus available—we’ll even move your toolbox.
  • Financial Security: Direct deposit, company-funded 401K, and financial counseling services.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plus supplemental plans.
  • Career Advancement: Grow from technician to master tech with mentorship, apprenticeships, and the latest Ford tools.
  • Growth & Learning: Paid training and certifications, plus no-cost college degrees for you and your family.
  • Transparent Leadership: Open-door, open-book management recognized among the Top 100 Best Dealerships to Work For by Automotive News.
  • Rewards & Recognition: Free snacks, monthly team lunches, employee discounts, and preferred pricing with Verizon and AT&T.

Why Don Johnson Motors?

We’re a fifth-generation, family-owned dealership that treats our technicians like family. In fact, many of our master techs started here as apprentices. With a culture built on The Don Johnson Way—integrity, teamwork, and community—you’ll never be just a number on a payroll.

Add in the lifestyle benefits of living in Northwest Wisconsin:

  • Affordable cost of living
  • Safe, close-knit communities
  • Endless year-round recreation—boating, hunting, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling

Essential Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and repairs to dealership and manufacturer standards
  • Diagnose and verify guest concerns using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment
  • Prepare accurate estimates for repairs and warranty work
  • Communicate clearly with service advisors and guests on vehicle status
  • Uphold safety, quality, and customer satisfaction standards

Your Drive. Our Direction. Let's Succeed Together.

Location: Rice Lake, Hayward, Cumberland, or Ladysmith, Wisconsin

Compensation: Competitive pay relocation signing bonus for Ford Certified Technicians

Apply today and join a team where your skills, your time, and your life outside of work truly matter.

www.donjohnsonmotors.com/the-don-johnson-way.html

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (technical school/ASE certification preferred)
  • 2–3 years of experience in automotive service (Ford certification a plus)
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
  • Proficiency with modern diagnostic tools and repair procedures
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning

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