Entry-Level Automotive Shop Assistant - No Experience Required Are You Someone People Can Count On? You don't need automotive experience to start—you need the right attitude and work ethic. GIC Car Clinic is looking for a dependable, hardworking Automotive Shop Assistant who takes pride in staying productive, following directions, and helping the entire team succeed. This is initially a shop-support position focused on final vehicle quality control, vehicle readiness, cleaning and organization, parts pickup, errands, and general non-repair assistance. It does not initially include oil changes, inspections, maintenance, testing, or repairs. What You'll Do Assist with final vehicle quality control and readiness Help ensure completed vehicles are clean and professionally presented Move and park customer vehicles when authorized Pick up parts and run shop-related errands Occasionally provide customer shuttle rides Keep the shop, work areas, storage areas, and outside grounds clean and organized Restock supplies and assist with general non-repair tasks Follow shop procedures, quality standards, and management instructions These responsibilities are essential to keeping our shop operating efficiently and providing customers with a professional experience. What We're Looking For Dependable attendance and punctuality Strong work ethic and willingness to stay productive Positive, respectful, and team-oriented attitude Humble, coachable, and able to follow directions Careful attention to detail Pride in keeping the workplace clean and organized Ability to complete responsibilities without constant reminders Professional communication with customers and coworkers Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Comfortable driving customer and company vehicles Ability to read and write English Basic ability to use a computer or tablet Willingness to complete applicable pre-employment screening Experience in a warehouse, car wash, detail shop, restaurant, construction, delivery, school program, volunteer position, or another hands-on environment may be helpful, but it is not required. Earn the Opportunity to Grow Someone who consistently demonstrates reliability, good judgment, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn may be considered for additional training or responsibilities in the future. Any opportunity to perform automotive service work must be earned and will depend on demonstrated ability, consistent performance, available opportunities, and the needs of the shop. Why Join GIC Car Clinic? GIC Car Clinic is a family-owned automotive repair shop that has served the San Jose community for 20 years.

Our motto is:

Easy. Fast. Honest. Exceptional. We believe we are in the customer-experience business—we just happen to fix cars. Every team member contributes by taking pride in their work, supporting coworkers, and caring for our customers and their vehicles.

Eligible full-time team members receive:

Monday-Friday work schedule No nights or weekends Medical insurance contribution Employer-paid dental and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Employer-paid life insurance Paid time off and paid holidays Company-paid training and professional development Clean, organized, and team-oriented work environment Ready to Prove What You Can Do? If you are dependable, hardworking, and interested in beginning a career in the automotive industry, we would be happy to learn more about you. No automotive experience is required. Bring a positive attitude, a willingness to work, and the determination to become someone the entire team can count on.

Important:

Candidates selected for consideration must complete the GIC Car Clinic Candidate Questionnaire as part of our application process.

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing to undergo drug testing, in accordance with local law/regulations? How is your Driving Record?

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

CDL / Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person