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Reconditioning Technician - BMW OF BIRMINGHAM

Irondale, ALOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$30–$30 /hrPosted 4 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • automotive maintenance
  • automotive repair
  • vehicle inspections
  • mechanical repairs
  • cosmetic repairs
  • oil changes
  • brakes
  • batteries
  • fluid checks
  • safety standards

Nice to have

  • reconditioning
  • dealership service experience
  • multi-point inspections
  • light mechanical repairs
  • internal service departments
  • used vehicle operations

Role summary

BMW of Birmingham is seeking a Reconditioning Technician to inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles for sale. Responsibilities include performing mechanical and cosmetic repairs, basic maintenance services, documenting all work, and ensuring vehicles meet safety and quality standards. The role requires 1+ year of automotive maintenance or repair experience and a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include 2+ years of reconditioning or dealership service experience and familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs. This is a full-time, onsite position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

The Reconditioning Technician will inspect, repair, and prepare pre-owned vehicles for front-line readiness in accordance with dealership and manufacturer standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform vehicle inspections to identify needed mechanical and cosmetic repairs
  • Complete basic maintenance services such as oil changes, brakes, batteries, and fluid checks
  • Document all work performed and communicate needed repairs with service advisors or management
  • Assist with cosmetic reconditioning including buffing, light interior cleaning, and trim repairs
  • Ensure all vehicles meet safety and quality standards before being moved to the front line
  • Maintain reconditioning logs and meet daily production targets
  • Operate and move vehicles safely around the dealership and service areas
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety procedures
  • 1+ year of experience in general automotive maintenance or repair
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
  • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of reconditioning or dealership service experience
  • Familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs
  • Experience working with internal service departments or used vehicle operations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

At BMW OF BIRMINGHAM, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Compensation:

  • 30.00 Hourly

Schedule:

  • FULL TIME
  • 5 days a week / 2 days off
  • Sundays off
  • Saturday availability required

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off accrual
  • Sundays off
  • Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
  • Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company
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