Used Car Technician

Used Car Technician

Acura Highland Park | Highland Park, IL

Acura Highland Park, part of the Murgado Automotive Group, is hiring an experienced Used Car Technician to join our growing service department. This is a great opportunity for a dependable automotive technician who takes pride in accurate diagnostics, quality repairs, and working with a team that values professionalism, efficiency, and long-term career growth.

If you are looking for a stable dealership opportunity where your skills are valued and your career can continue to grow, we encourage you to apply today.

Summary:

In this role, you will inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain pre-owned vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to completing high-quality work while helping deliver an excellent customer experience.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Supplemental insurance options
• Paid vacation time
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that promotes from within

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair used vehicles efficiently and accurately
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and drivability concerns and complete repairs to dealership standards
• Communicate with the parts department to secure needed parts and keep repair work moving efficiently
• Save and tag warranty or customer-requested parts as required
• Inspect assigned vehicles and recommend additional safety or service work when needed
• Communicate promptly with the service advisor regarding additional work, changes in repair needs, or delays in completion time
• Document all work performed and recommended on the repair order
• Road test vehicles as needed to confirm concerns and verify completed repairs
• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events
• Support team productivity and assist other technicians as needed
• Keep customer vehicles clean and notify the service advisor immediately of any change in vehicle appearance or condition
• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know requirements
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Reports any safety issues immediately to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of automotive technician experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of automotive diagnostics, maintenance, and repair
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality repair standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced service environment
• Good communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly and professionally
• Quality-focused approach with a "fix it right the first time" mindset
• A high level of accuracy with excellent attention to detail
• Positive, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
• Honest with high levels of integrity
• Self-motivated and customer focused
• Thorough and able to work with defined processes and guidelines
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction

Ready to join Acura Highland Park? Apply today to take the next step in your automotive career with the Murgado Automotive Group.

$25 - $28 an hour

Flat hourly rate.

Murgado Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Murgado Automotive Group does not discriminate in employment on account of race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation/transgender status, age disability, martial/parental status, citizenship status, military status, political affiliation and/or beliefs, pregnancy, order of protection status or other non-merit status.

We are an employer who participates in the E-verify program with the Department of Homeland and Security.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.