
Posted 12 days ago
Used Car Technician
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Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains pre-owned vehicles to dealership and manufacturer standards, ensuring quality workmanship and clear communication with service advisors and customers.
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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.
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