Mobile Service Technician

Mobile Service Technician

Columbus, TX

Quick Snapshot

• Job Type: Full-time

• Pay: $30+ per hour

• Schedule: Structured Weekday Schedule (Monday through Friday)

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

About Cavender Ford

Cavender Ford is proud to serve Columbus, Colorado County, and the surrounding Texas Hill Country region. As part of the family-owned Cavender Auto Group, we operate under a simple, foundational motto: "Confidence is Cavender." Built on honest service, community involvement, and deep respect for our team members, we offer a modern, high-volume service department handling local retail, agricultural, commercial, and fleet customers. We provide clean, climate-controlled bays, advanced diagnostic tools, and an efficient parts supply chain to ensure your daily productivity and job satisfaction.

Job Description

Cavender Ford is taking customer service directly to our community with our mobile service operations. We are seeking an independent, customer-focused Mobile Service Technician to operate a custom-outfitted, state-of-the-art mobile service vehicle, delivering maintenance, light repairs, and recall services directly to retail homes, ranches, commercial fleets, and job sites across Colorado County.

This position combines strong mechanical skills with direct customer interaction. You will manage your mobile bay on the road, performing on-site maintenance, battery replacements, brake jobs, and software updates while providing exceptional, one-on-one customer care.

Job Type

• Full-time

Schedule

• Monday through Friday

• Structured daytime business hours

• Weekends Off

Pay

• $30+ per hour

• Competitive bonus structure

• Confidentiality: All inquiries and applications from currently employed technicians will be kept strictly confidential.

Work Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of professional automotive repair or fleet service experience required (Ford experience preferred).

• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with an exceptionally clean driving record is required.

• Independence: Proven ability to work self-directed, manage time on the road, and communicate professionally with clients.

• Ability to commute to Columbus, TX and travel throughout the local surrounding territory.

• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Maintenance & Repair: Travel to customer locations in a dealership mobile unit to perform oil changes, tire services, brake jobs, battery replacements, and minor repairs.

• Mobile Diagnostics & Recalls: Use tablet-based Ford diagnostic tools (IDS/FDRS) to perform software recalibrations, module flashes, and factory recall completions in the field.

• Mobile Unit Management: Keep the mobile vehicle clean, fully stocked with parts/fluids, organized, and properly maintained at all times.

• Customer Interaction: Serve as a professional brand ambassador for Cavender Ford, explaining completed work, answering customer questions, and handling digital payments.

• Digital Work Logs: Maintain accurate digital documentation for all repair orders, multi-point inspections, and work signatures using dealership software.

Qualifications

• Mechanical proficiency across braking, electrical, suspension, and maintenance systems.

• Comfort operating handheld diagnostic tablets and digital repair order software.

• Friendly, professional demeanor with strong customer service and communication skills.

• Active Ford certifications or ASE credentials are a strong plus.

Why Join the Cavender Ford Team?

• Confidence is Cavender: Work for a trusted, family-owned dealership group that values your skill and treats you like family.

• Heavy Shop Volume: High regional truck and commercial fleet traffic ensures your bays stay full year-round.

• Paid Master Recertifications: We pay 100% of the costs for your ongoing Ford factory recertification modules and advanced training.

• Career Growth & Support: Modern equipment, supportive management, and long-term career stability in a great Texas community.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation

• Paid Ford Factory Training and Certification Support

• Employee Vehicle Purchase and Service Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Cavender Ford is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.