What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Express/Maintenance Technician position at Wyatt Johnson KIA?
Automotive Express/Maintenance Technician
Wyatt Johnson Kia | Hudson Automotive Group
Start at $18/Hour
Perfect for Recent Graduates & Technicians with 1-2 Years of Experience
✅ $18/Hour Starting Pay
✅ Paid Kia Technician Development Program
✅ Climate-Controlled, State-of-the-Art Facility
✅ High-Volume Shop with Consistent Workflow
✅ Tool Assistance Program
✅ Paid Time Off Beginning Day One (Full-Time Employees)
✅ Clear Career Path to Diagnostic, Hybrid & Master Technician Roles
✅ Paid Kia Technician Development Program
✅ Climate-Controlled, State-of-the-Art Facility
✅ High-Volume Shop with Consistent Workflow
✅ Tool Assistance Program
✅ Paid Time Off Beginning Day One (Full-Time Employees)
✅ Clear Career Path to Diagnostic, Hybrid & Master Technician Roles
Launch Your Automotive Career at Wyatt Johnson Kia
Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your passion for automotive repair into a long-term, rewarding career?
Wyatt Johnson Kia, a proud member of Hudson Automotive Group, is seeking motivated Automotive Express/Maintenance Technicians to join our award-winning, high-volume service team.
Whether you're a recent automotive school graduate or a technician with 1-2 years of experience, we provide the training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities needed to help you become a highly skilled Kia Technician.
With a steady workflow, experienced mentors, and industry-leading training programs, you'll gain the knowledge and experience needed to build a successful future.
Why Choose Wyatt Johnson Kia?
✔ $18/Hour Starting Pay
✔ Kia Technician Career Development Program
✔ Clearly Defined Career Path from Express Technician to Master Technician
✔ One-on-One Mentorship from Experienced Kia Technicians
✔ Climate-Controlled Service Facility
✔ High-Volume Shop with Consistent Repair Orders
✔ Company-Paid Kia Manufacturer Training
✔ Paid Time Off Beginning Day One
✔ Career Growth Opportunities Throughout Hudson Automotive Group
What You'll Do
As an Express/Maintenance Technician, you'll play a critical role in helping customers maintain the safety, reliability, and performance of their vehicles by:
- Performing oil changes and multi-point inspections
- Completing Video Multi-Point Inspections (Video MPIs) to communicate vehicle condition and maintenance recommendations
- Rotating and balancing tires
- Replacing engine air filters, cabin air filters, and wiper blades
- Inspecting brakes, steering, suspension, and other key vehicle components
- Checking and replenishing vehicle fluid levels
- Completing maintenance services according to Kia and dealership standards
- Identifying repair opportunities and communicating findings to management
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Qualifications
Preferred
- Previous automotive experience
- Automotive technical education or training
- Maintenance or express technician experience
Required
- Valid Driver's License
- Customer-focused attitude
- Self-motivated, dependable, and coachable
- Desire to learn and build a long-term automotive career
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Benefits We Offer
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employer-Contributed 401(k)
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Accrued PTO
- Paid Training & Employee Development
- Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Discounts on Vehicles, Parts & Services
- Balanced Work Schedule
- Tool Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for Automotive Technology Students & Recent Graduates
About Hudson Automotive Group
Founded in 1948, Hudson Automotive Group is a third-generation, family-owned and operated organization that has grown into one of the largest automotive retail groups in the Southeast, with 60 dealerships and more than 4,500 employees across eight states.
We believe in promoting from within, investing in our employees, and creating career opportunities that help talented individuals grow professionally and financially.
Start Your Career with Wyatt Johnson Kia
If you're looking for a dealership that offers paid manufacturer training, career advancement opportunities, a supportive team environment, and the chance to learn from some of the best technicians in the industry, apply today and join the Wyatt Johnson Kia team.
Learn More. Earn More. Grow More. Build Your Future at Wyatt Johnson Kia.
Wyatt Johnson Kia and Hudson Automotive Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants must successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including background check, motor vehicle record review, drug screening, and verification of a valid driver's license.
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