Technician Apprentice

Reno Harley-Davidson Technician Development Program

Location: Reno, NV

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $18.00–$25.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Build a Career. Not Just a Job.

At Reno Harley-Davidson, we believe great Harley-Davidson technicians are developed—not found.

While many dealerships search for experienced technicians, we've built a structured, in-house Technician Development Program designed to train mechanically inclined individuals into professional Harley-Davidson technicians.

This is a paid, hands-on career development program where you'll work alongside experienced technicians, receive one-on-one mentoring, and gain the skills necessary to become a productive member of our Service Department.

If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working with your hands, and want to build a long-term career, we want to hear from you.

No Harley-Davidson experience is required.

Our Commitment to You

Our Technician Development Program provides a clearly defined career path from entry-level Apprentice Technician to Master Technician.

Unlike most dealerships, we invest in developing our own technicians through structured training, mentorship, and real-world experience.

Career Path

Technician Apprentice
Years 0–2

Staff Technician
Years 2–4

Expert Technician
Years 4–6

Master Technician
Minimum Eligibility: Year 6+

Our goal is simple:

Develop every Technician Apprentice into a highly skilled Harley-Davidson Master Technician.

What You'll Learn

During your first two years, you'll receive paid training in:

• Harley-Davidson Service operations
• Motorcycle maintenance
• Shop safety
• Proper tool usage
• Harley-Davidson service procedures
• Motorcycle inspections
• Oil and fluid services
• Tire replacement and balancing
• Brake service
• Accessory installation
• Battery and charging systems
• Electrical fundamentals
• Suspension fundamentals
• Service documentation
• Time management
• Customer quality standards
• Teamwork and professionalism

Training is completed through:

• Hands-on shop experience
• One-on-one mentoring
• Weekly skill development
• In-house classroom training
• Harley-Davidson online learning
• Performance evaluations

What We're Looking For

We hire attitude and mechanical aptitude.

Ideal candidates may come from:

• Automotive repair
• Diesel mechanics
• Small engine repair
• Powersports
• Heavy equipment
• Aviation maintenance
• Military mechanical experience
• Trade schools
• Hobby mechanics
• Motorcycle enthusiasts

Previous Harley-Davidson experience is not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Dependable attendance
• Mechanical aptitude
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Own basic hand tools (preferred but not required at hire)

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Technicians
• Perform scheduled maintenance
• Complete motorcycle inspections
• Prepare new motorcycles for delivery
• Install genuine Harley-Davidson accessories
• Maintain shop cleanliness
• Follow all safety procedures
• Complete assigned training modules
• Learn dealership processes
• Deliver quality workmanship every repair

What Success Looks Like

Successful Technician Apprentices demonstrate:

• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Quality workmanship
• Strong communication
• Team-first attitude
• Pride in their work

Compensation & Growth

Technician Apprentice

• $18.00–$25.00 per hour DOE

Staff Technician

• $26.00–$33.00 Flat Rate

Expert Technician

• $34.00–$41.00 Flat Rate

Master Technician

• $42.00+ Flat Rate

Advancement is based on demonstrated performance, technical ability, training completion, productivity, quality, and leadership—not simply time in position.

Why Reno Harley-Davidson?

At Reno Harley-Davidson, you're joining more than a dealership—you're joining a team committed to developing exceptional technicians.

We invest in our people because we believe the future of our Service Department depends on building talent from within.

When you succeed, our customers succeed, and our dealership succeeds.

If you're looking for a career where you'll be challenged, supported, and given every opportunity to grow, we'd love to meet you.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid, structured in-house training
• Defined career advancement path
• One-on-one mentorship
• Harley-Davidson factory training opportunities
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) 
• Employee discounts
• Professional development
• Stable, year-round employment
• Opportunity to build a lifelong career with one of the nation's top-performing Harley-Davidson dealerships

Apply Today

If you're mechanically inclined, motivated to learn, and ready to build a long-term career, apply today and start your journey through the Reno Harley-Davidson Technician Development Program.

We don't just hire Harley-Davidson technicians—we build them.