Mechanical Associate V

CarMax, Inc.

$114K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in automotive repair, specifically in engine, steering, suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety compliance standards
  • Physical ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods
  • Proficient in multitasking and thriving in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Hold a valid driver's license
  • ASE Certifications in relevant automotive systems as required by state/local law

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair vehicles according to CarMax's quality standards
  • Work collaboratively with teammates to troubleshoot and resolve issues
  • Broaden expertise across various vehicle systems and technologies
  • Ensure workspace cleanliness and organization, adhering to safety protocols
  • Provide outstanding customer service that embodies CarMax's core values
  • Comply with Environmental, Health and Safety regulations

Benefits

  • Accrue up to 48 hours of sick time annually
  • Earn between 80 to 200 hours of vacation time per year based on tenure after 90 days
  • Receive pay for 6 scheduled holidays plus a floating holiday annually
  • Eligibility for Holiday Premium Pay when working on holidays
  • Full-time salaried associates have flexible paid time off for various reasons, subject to manager approval
Full Job Description
6080 - Serramonte - 401 Serramonte Boulevard, Colma, California, 94014

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Associate V, you'll play a critical role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's standards for safety and reliability. At CarMax, we empower our Automotive Technicians to diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles with precision and care, delivering confidence to every customer who drives away. From engine repair and transmission work to steering, suspension, and brake systems, you'll tackle complex challenges across a diverse range of domestic and foreign vehicles.

Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration, working in a modern, climate-controlled facility designed for efficiency and comfort. At CarMax, we invest in your growth with state-of-the-art tools, ongoing training, and career advancement opportunities, so you can love what you do every day.

Role Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles to meet CarMax's standards for safety and performance
  • Collaborate with a skilled team to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively
  • Expand your expertise across multiple vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, brakes, and HVAC
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering to all safety protocols
  • Deliver exceptional service that reflects CarMax's commitment to honesty and customer care
  • Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.


Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, and HVAC systems
  • Strong understanding of health and safety compliance standards
  • Ability to lift heavy objects and work on your feet for extended periods
  • Skilled at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Valid driver's license
  • Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2)


The hourly rate for this position is:
$55.19 - $55.19

Benefits:

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:
  • To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
  • For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.


Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

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