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Automotive Technician
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What they do
An Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic repairs and performs maintenance on cars and smaller trucks; may conduct auto inspections.
$47,826 / year median in Indiana
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Automotive Technician Our client is looking for an experienced Automotive Technician to join our service team in the Indianapolis, Indiana area. This role covers diagnostics, maintenance, and repair across a mixed fleet passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, and Class 6-8 heavy trucks. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between a car lift and a heavy-truck bay in the same shift, works accurately under a flat-rate or hourly production standard, and takes ownership of repairs from diagnosis through quality check.
Essential Duties:
- Diagnose, service, and repair passenger cars, light-duty trucks/vans, and medium- and heavy-duty trucks (Class 6-8), including gasoline and diesel powertrains.
- Perform engine, transmission, driveline, brake (hydraulic and air), suspension, steering, HVAC, and electrical diagnostics and repairs.
- Use scan tools and OEM diagnostic software to troubleshoot drivability, emissions, and electronic control system faults.
- Complete preventive maintenance services: oil and filter changes, fluid service, tire and wheel service, DOT inspections, and lubrication.
- Perform DOT annual inspections and document out-of-service conditions in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
- Diagnose and repair air brake systems, air suspension, PTO and hydraulic systems on heavy trucks.
- Accurately document complaint, cause, and correction on every repair order, including parts and labor used.
- Road test vehicles before and after repair to verify concerns and confirm repair quality.
- Communicate diagnostic findings and recommended repairs clearly to service advisors and dispatchers.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and comply with all shop safety, EPA, and OSHA requirements.
- Perform off-site mobile service as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as an automotive, fleet, or diesel technician.
- Demonstrated ability to work across light-duty and heavy-duty equipment, or a strong track record on one with willingness to cross-train on the other.
- Valid Indiana driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Own set of hand tools appropriate to the trade (shop supplies major equipment and specialty tools will be provided).
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, service manuals, and OEM repair procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a shop environment with varying temperatures.
DOT/FMCSA
annual inspector qualification- Experience with Cummins, Detroit Diesel, PACCAR, Duramax, or Power Stroke engines.