Entry Level Light Duty Technician

Dealership:

L0803 Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Coon Rapids CDJR

Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is proud to be part of the Lithia & Driveway family of dealerships, one of the largest automotive retailers in North America.

We’re looking for an Entry-Level Light Duty Technician who is ready to build their skills and grow within a dealership environment. Whether you’re coming from an automotive program, quick lube or tire shop, or simply have hands-on mechanical experience, this is an opportunity to gain experience, receive training, and continue developing your career in automotive service.

• Full-Time | Monday-Saturday
• Flat Rate Pay: $17.00-$30.00+ per Flagged Hour, Plus Production Bonus
• Location: Coon Rapids, MN
• Training & Career Development Opportunities

What You’ll Do

As a Light Duty Technician , you’ll work alongside an experienced service team while building your technical skills and completing routine maintenance and light automotive repairs.

• Perform oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and routine vehicle maintenance.
• Inspect brakes, tires, batteries, filters, belts, hoses, and other vehicle components.
• Complete multipoint vehicle inspections.
• Perform basic brake, suspension, steering, and light mechanical repairs based on experience and training.
• Assist with identifying vehicle maintenance and repair needs.
• Follow repair orders, manufacturer procedures, and dealership safety standards.
• Accurately document services and repairs completed.
• Safely operate vehicles, hand tools, lifts, and shop equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and certification opportunities as you grow.

What You’ll Bring

• Entry-level automotive maintenance or repair experience preferred, but not required .
• Automotive technical school, trade school, quick lube, tire shop, or other hands-on mechanical experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance and automotive systems.
• Familiarity with oil changes, tires, brakes, batteries, and routine maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and automotive shop equipment.
• Willingness to learn dealership and manufacturer repair processes.
• Ability to follow repair orders, technical procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Interest in continuing your automotive education and pursuing ASE and manufacturer certifications .
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Total Rewards

This is a flat rate position that is also eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which include Flat Rate: $17.00- $30/ + production bonus

Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com .

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People , and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.