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 mechanical repairs and diagnostics
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety compliance standards
  • Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for long periods
  • Skilled in multitasking in a dynamic work environment
  • Exceptional communication abilities and attention to detail
  • Valid driver's license required
  • ASE Certifications in various areas as needed by local regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in vehicles to ensure safety and performance
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges
  • Enhance skills across multiple vehicle systems, including engines and transmissions
  • Maintain a tidy and safe work environment while following safety protocols
  • Provide outstanding customer service aligned with CarMax's values
  • Adhere to environmental and health safety requirements during repairs.

Benefits

  • Accrue up to 48 hours of sick leave annually based on pay periods
  • Earn between 80 and 200 hours of vacation time annually, dependent on tenure
  • Receive 8 hours of pay for each of 6 scheduled holidays and 1 floating holiday
  • Full-time salaried employees have flexible paid time off for various needs upon manager approval.
Full Job Description
6072 - Capitol Expressway - 750 West Capitol Expressway, San Jose, California, 95136

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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