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Lead Automotive Mechanic Technician - New Hire Bonus $3,000

Cox Enterprises
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Dec 2025
💰 $94,620/yr($63,080/yr$94,620/yr)

About the role

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Lead Auto Maintenance Technician

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $31.54 - $47.31/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

This position offers a $1,500 New Hire Tool & $1,500 Signing Bonus

Maryland State Inspection License Required

If it’s part of a vehicle, you know what it is. If it’s broken, you can fix it. You’ve made your bones in the auto tech world and are ready for a job where your talent is truly rewarded. 

At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we’re hiring a Lead Auto Mechanic Tech with skills and savvy to spare. You’re looking for great pay, awesome benefits, stability and leadership opportunities – and we’re looking for someone like you. Keep reading to learn more! 

***MSI License Required

Benefits  

You might be asking “what’s in it for me?” Great question. Here’s a taste of the benefits we offer:  

  

  • Competitive pay.

  • $1.5K Tool Bonus for our new auto techs. 

  • Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more! 

  • Once you’re on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You’ll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.  

  • 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.  

  • Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program. 

  • At Cox, we believe in being transparent – please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits. 

  • 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership. 

  • Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match. 

  • Great coworkers who love being part of a team. 

  • Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education. 

What You’ll Do 

You’ll spend a lot of time serving as a master-level auto tech performing heavy duty work and providing direction, guidance and technical expertise to shop personnel. Other responsibilities include: 

  • Performing the responsibilities of a level 1 - level 3 auto tech. 

  • Performing a wide range of repairs, including brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, safety inspections, AC and major engine. 

  • Performing advanced diagnostics and complete repairs. 

  • Clutch and transmission replacement. 

  • Working with individual techs as required to assess specific vehicle needs.  

  • Provide general guidance/direction or train associates in supporting roles and or less experienced associates 

  • Perform quality control checks on all work; notify supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work. 

  • Ensuring auto maintenance standard operating procedures and activities are conducted to deliver desired outcomes. 

  • Identifying developmental opportunities in staff. 

  • Monitoring workflow processes and recommending areas to improve productivity. 

  • Reviewing and approving ordering and disposition of parts, supplies and materials. 

  • Alerting management about difficult issues, patterns and trends. 

  • Modeling safety behaviors and ensuring techs comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements. 

Who You Are 

From a flat tire to a thrown rod, you know how to fix it. But your skills extend beyond mechanical work; you’re also a great communicator who can inspire others. You have the following

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Company

Cox Enterprises

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