Automotive Service Technician — Used Cars / Reconditioning

Location: Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman / Charlotte area)
Employer: Huntersville Ford — Krause Auto Group
Schedule: Mon–Fri (7:00–4:00 or 8:00–5:00) + Saturday rotation (closed Sundays)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• $25,000 Retention Bonus for every technician*

• Closed Sundays + Saturday rotation

• Competitive pay with a strong, steady recon workload

• Free health insurance option + 401(k) with company contribution

• Immediate PTO on your start date, plus paid holidays & vacation

• Paid OEM training & certifications with clear advancement (we promote from within)

• Family-owned, high-volume, modern shop (clean bays, updated tools, professional environment)

• Uniforms provided, employee discounts, appreciation events

• September only: ask about a sign-on bonus (limited roles)

*See hiring manager for full program details.

The Role: Used Car / Reconditioning Technician

Bring pre-owned vehicles to retail-ready condition—safely, efficiently, and to OEM standards.

What You’ll Do

• Perform UCI inspections, safety & emissions items, and repair recommendations

• Diagnose and repair brakes, suspension/steering, tires, A/C, electrical, drivability, and light powertrain concerns

• Complete recon tasks: fluid services, filters, belts/hoses, batteries, alignments, tires

• Document findings and repair lines clearly on ROs; meet targeted cycle times and quality standards

• Road-test as needed; use modern diagnostic tools and special service equipment

• Collaborate with the Recon Manager to prioritize work and communicate ETAs

• Perform any warranty work to manufacturer specifications (as applicable)

What You Bring

• Dealership or independent shop experience (A/B/C levels welcome); state inspection/ASE a plus

• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills; own basic toolbox & tools

• Solid documentation habits and a team-first, customer-focused mindset

• Comfort with electronic diagnostic equipment and basic computer use

• Valid driver’s license & clean MVR; willing to complete background & drug screen

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive flat-rate/hourly plan (based on experience)

• $25,000 technician retention bonus

• Free health insurance option, plus dental & vision available

• 401(k) with company contribution

• Immediate PTO, paid holidays & paid vacation

• Short/long-term disability options

• Employee discounts and long-term job security

About Huntersville Ford

Part of the Krause Auto Group, we’re locally owned and trusted across the Lake Norman/Charlotte community. Our recon team keeps our pre-owned inventory safe, clean, and ready for delivery—quality work, done right, by technicians who are respected and rewarded.

Apply today—positions are limited. When you apply, note your experience level (A/B/C) and any specialties (e.g., brakes/suspension, diagnostics, A/C, tires/alignment).

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to protected status. We maintain a safe, drug-free workplace.