Automotive Service Technician - Used Cars - Reconditioning Tech
Huntersville, NC
Full Time
Automotive Service Technician — Used Cars / Reconditioning
Location: Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman / Charlotte area)
Employer: Huntersville Ford — Krause Auto Group
Schedule: Mon–Fri (7:00–4:00 or 8:00–5:00) + Saturday rotation (closed Sundays)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
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$25,000 Retention Bonus for every technician*
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Closed Sundays + Saturday rotation
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Competitive pay with a strong, steady recon workload
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Free health insurance option + 401(k) with company contribution
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Immediate PTO on your start date, plus paid holidays & vacation
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Paid OEM training & certifications with clear advancement (we promote from within)
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Family-owned, high-volume, modern shop (clean bays, updated tools, professional environment)
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Uniforms provided, employee discounts, appreciation events
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September only: ask about a sign-on bonus (limited roles)
*See hiring manager for full program details.
The Role: Used Car / Reconditioning Technician
Bring pre-owned vehicles to retail-ready condition—safely, efficiently, and to OEM standards.
What You’ll Do
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Perform UCI inspections, safety & emissions items, and repair recommendations
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Diagnose and repair brakes, suspension/steering, tires, A/C, electrical, drivability, and light powertrain concerns
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Complete recon tasks: fluid services, filters, belts/hoses, batteries, alignments, tires
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Document findings and repair lines clearly on ROs; meet targeted cycle times and quality standards
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Road-test as needed; use modern diagnostic tools and special service equipment
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Collaborate with the Recon Manager to prioritize work and communicate ETAs
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Perform any warranty work to manufacturer specifications (as applicable)
What You Bring
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Dealership or independent shop experience (A/B/C levels welcome); state inspection/ASE a plus
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Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills; own basic toolbox & tools
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Solid documentation habits and a team-first, customer-focused mindset
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Comfort with electronic diagnostic equipment and basic computer use
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Valid driver’s license & clean MVR; willing to complete background & drug screen
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive flat-rate/hourly plan (based on experience)
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$25,000 technician retention bonus
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Free health insurance option, plus dental & vision available
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401(k) with company contribution
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Immediate PTO, paid holidays & paid vacation
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Short/long-term disability options
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Employee discounts and long-term job security
About Huntersville Ford
Part of the Krause Auto Group, we’re locally owned and trusted across the Lake Norman/Charlotte community. Our recon team keeps our pre-owned inventory safe, clean, and ready for delivery—quality work, done right, by technicians who are respected and rewarded.
Apply today—positions are limited. When you apply, note your experience level (A/B/C) and any specialties (e.g., brakes/suspension, diagnostics, A/C, tires/alignment).
Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to protected status. We maintain a safe, drug-free workplace.
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