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Automotive Assistant - Watertown, NY

$37k to $42k

Watertown, NYPosted Oct 9, 2026

Job description

Davidson Auto Group is looking for an Automotive Assistant to join our team! This position works within the Used Vehicle Department to diagnose vehicles and identify issues for vehicles that are traded in or purchased by the dealership. You are not responsible for repairs, just pointing out the problems! If you have an automotive or mechanical background, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

We take pride in what we do here and that includes taking care of our employees and our customers. Come join our team and see why our company has one of the highest dealership review ratings around! Hours: Monday

  • Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm Pay: $18 - $20/hr, based on relevant experience Responsibilities: Test drive vehicles to identify & record any problems or concerns. Record all electrical, mechanical and auto body damage in our automotive database. Communicate regularly with the various sales departments throughout the company as needed. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Previous automotive technician or a mechanical background. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Time management. Problem solving skills. Multi-tasking and organizational skills. Process oriented with an attention to detail. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

Discounts on vehicles, service, and parts! Sick Leave accrued every week. We offer great benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance. We offer a reimbursement for qualifying out of pocket costs. We offer supplemental insurance through Aflac including: Life, Short-Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness.

We offer both Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with an employer match. We offer paid holidays. We have an Employee Assistance Program, available to our employees and their immediate family members free of charge! We offer advancement opportunities within a large organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Physical Requirements: The ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

The ability to regularly traverse dealership property. The ability to drive 100 miles one way. The ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. The ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as typing on a keyboard, iPad, or writing on documents.

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