Automotive Quality Control Technician - Up to $18/Hour - No Weekends

Pro Automotive Services
Location: Wood River, IL 62095
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | No Weekends
Pay Rate: $16–$18 per hour
Pay Type: Hourly
Pay Schedule: Biweekly

How to Apply (IMPORTANT)

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Step 1: Apply

Step 2: Complete a quick phone interview with our AI assistant “Paige” (takes about 10 minutes)

After you apply, you'll receive an automated text message with a phone number you can call at your convenience to complete the interview. Candidates who complete the Paige interview get priority.

About Pro Automotive Services

Pro Automotive Services is seeking an Automotive Quality Control Technician in Wood River, IL.

This hands-on position focuses on inspecting vehicles, verifying completed repairs, preparing vehicles for customer pickup, and supporting daily shop operations. This is not a full-time automotive repair position.

Automotive technical students and candidates with basic automotive knowledge are encouraged to apply. Training is provided, with potential opportunities to advance into a General Service Technician (GST) role.

Key Responsibilities

• Vehicle Inspections: Perform check-in inspections, document mileage, warning lights, fluid levels, tire information, and existing vehicle damage using digital checklists and photos.

• Quality Control: Review repair orders, verify completed services, identify unresolved concerns, and coordinate corrections with technicians and the Service Manager before vehicle delivery.

• Road Testing: Conduct approved test drives to verify repairs and identify concerns within your training and qualifications.

• Vehicle Preparation: Complete a Mini-Clean on serviced vehicles, remove protective coverings, and ensure vehicles are clean and ready for customers.

• Customer Transportation: Provide customer shuttle rides in company vehicles and assist with parts pickups.

• Loaner Vehicle Maintenance: Clean, refuel, inspect, and prepare loaner vehicles while documenting mileage, damage, and maintenance needs.

• Shop Maintenance: Keep shop floors, restrooms, break areas, and grounds clean, organized, and stocked.

• Team Communication: Coordinate priorities with the Service Manager and communicate vehicle status or delays to service advisors.

Qualifications

• Basic automotive knowledge, including vehicle operation, warning lights, and common mechanical concerns.

• Comfortable using mobile apps, digital inspections, computers, and smartphone photography.

• Strong attention to detail, communication, organization, and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently, follow procedures, and recognize when technical assistance is needed.

• Ability to perform essential shop duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for periods up to 60 minutes, and bending, reaching, and moving around vehicles, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Automotive technical education is a plus. Professional repair experience and personal tools are not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $16–$18 per hour.

• Pay Schedule: Biweekly.

• Health Insurance: Medical coverage.

• Dental & Vision Insurance: Coverage available.

• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage.

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer matching.

• Paid Time Off: Earned Time Off (ETO).

• Training: On-the-job automotive training and skill development.

• Uniforms: Company-provided uniforms.

• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with no weekends.

Why Work Here?

• No Weekends: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday work schedule.

• Career Development: Learn alongside experienced automotive technicians, with potential advancement into a General Service Technician position.

• Training Provided: Gain experience with quality inspections, road testing, shop procedures, and approved automotive equipment.

• Flexible for Students: Scheduling flexibility may be available for candidates attending automotive technical training.

• Quality-Focused Work: Stay involved in automotive service without performing full-time mechanical repairs.

Ready to take the next step in your automotive career? Apply today and complete your initial screening with Paige to explore this Automotive Quality Control Technician opportunity with Pro Automotive Services through Promotive.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver's license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client's lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.