Are you ready to begin a career in the automotive industry with a company that truly values your growth, your work-life balance, and your contributions? At Opelousas Nissan, we’re looking for motivated Express Technicians to join our busy service team. This entry-level role is perfect for hands-on learners who want to gain practical experience, grow into a full-line certified technician, and thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment, all while enjoying weekends off! We don’t just service vehicles, we help people experience them at their best, and we do it with pride and integrity every day.
Career Growth: Paid training, mentorship, and a clear path to become a certified Technician. Experienced techs earn $40,000–$80,000/year.
Hands-On Learning: Work alongside our award-winning service and management team.
Positive Culture: Professional, team-oriented, and supportive environment where your efforts are noticed.
Work-Life Balance: 40+ hour workweek with weekends off.
Pay: Starting at $12/hour (higher pay for experience)
Medical & Dental Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) with annual company contributions
Promotions and advancement often achievable within the first 6 months
Perform oil and filter changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, and vehicle inspections
Follow dealership and factory standards on all repair orders
Communicate effectively with parts department and service advisors
Maintain a clean, organized workspace and proper care of tools
Test-drive vehicles and utilize diagnostic tools as needed
Deliver excellent service and attention to detail on every vehicle
We’re looking for individuals who are:
18+ with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Hardworking, eager to learn, and proud of doing the job right
Comfortable using tools and performing physical tasks
Team-oriented, positive, and professional
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer literacy
INTEGRITY: The highest standards of honesty, integrity, and sincerity
EXCELLENCE: A continuous drive for excellence and self-improvement
PROACTIVE RESPONSIBILITY: Dependable & proactively responsible for areas of influence.
ONE TEAM: A professional team-player who deeply respects others
SERVICE: A strong desire to serve our community, our customers, and each other
ATTITUDE + HEART: Exudes a strong positive attitude & empathy toward others
About Us
We are Giles Automotive Group. We pride ourselves in living out our mission to be a “vehicle" that improves the lives of our employees, our customers, and our community. Our mission is more than a cute phrase or something we hang on our wall. The Giles Mission is central to how we help you advance, not just in your career, but as a person. We are interested in discovering your strengths and helping you leverage them to reach your personal and professional goals. Our mission impacts the way we help our clients, as we like to say we don't "sell" cars, we help people buy cars. And finally, our mission is reflected in our contribution to Acadiana. Please visit gilescarees.com to see some of our primary causes.
Next Steps
Come work for a great company and get on a career track to earn a great living. If you have a great attitude and love serving people we want you to apply. We are offering a meaningful career choice that you can build and make an excellent living.
Must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license, a decent driving record, and pass a required drug screening!
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/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.