Internal Technican - MG

Job Details: Job Location: Mauer GMC

• Inver Grove Heights, MN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00Hourly, As an Internal Technician, you are responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing pre-owned inventory vehicles to ensure they meet dealership safety, quality, and appearance standards. This role focuses on trade-ins, auction purchases, and acquired inventory vehicles rather than guest-pay repair work. Job Duties and Responsibilities including, but not limited to: Perform comprehensive inspections on traded, acquired, and auction vehicles. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, drivability, and safety-related concerns. Complete maintenance and reconditioning services according to dealership standards. Identify and document all recommended repairs needed to bring vehicles to retail-ready condition. Collaborate with the Parts Department to obtain required parts and materials. Ensure all repairs are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established reconditioning timelines. Conduct final quality inspections to verify vehicle safety, functionality, and sale readiness. Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of inspections, repairs, and parts used. Assist in determining repair priorities to support inventory turn objectives. Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, and facility issues promptly to management. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Properly use and maintain tools, equipment, and shop machinery. Follow all dealerships, OSHA, EPA, and safety regulations. Participate in ongoing training and skill development opportunities. Support dealership objectives by minimizing reconditioning costs while maintaining quality standards. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements

Previous automotive technician experience required. ASE certifications are preferred but not required. Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. Ability to inspect, diagnose, and repair multiple vehicles, makes and models. Working knowledge of automotive systems, including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes, electrical systems, and HVAC.

Strong attention to detail and quality standards. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer proficiency and ability to use dealership software systems. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Ability to safely operate vehicles, lifts, tools, and shop equipment.

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in a shop environment.