Cox
Senior Automotive Mechanic Technician - $2,500 New Hire Bonus
3901 N Skiles Ave, Kansas City, MO
Full-time · $26.73–$40.10/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 21, 2026
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Vehicle OperationsJob Profile
Sr Auto Maintenance TechnicianManagement Level
Individual ContributorFlexible Work Option
No remote option; must work at a specified Cox locationTravel %
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Hourly base pay rate is $26.73 - $40.10/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.Job Description
This position offers a $1,500 New Hire Tool Bonus and a $1,000 New Hire Signing Bonus
At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we’re hiring a Senior Mechanic Tech with skills and savvy to spare. You’re looking for great pay, awesome benefits, stability, and leadership opportunities – and we’re looking for someone like you. Keep reading to learn more!
Benefits
Here’s a taste of the benefits we offer:
- Competitive pay with opportunities for sign-on bonuses if applicable.
- $1.5K Tool Bonus for our new auto techs.
- Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
- Once you’re on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You’ll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
- 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
- Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
- At Cox, we believe in being transparent – please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits.
- 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
- Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
- Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
- Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
- The opportunity to boost earnings through active ASE certifications.
What You’ll Do
You’ll spend a lot of time serving as a master-level auto tech performing heavy-duty work and providing direction, guidance, and technical expertise to shop personnel. Other responsibilities include:
- Performing the responsibilities of a level 1 - level 3 auto tech.
- Performing a wide range of repairs, including brakes, drivability, steering, suspension, electrical, safety inspections, AC, and major engine.
- Performing advanced diagnostics and complete repairs.
- Working with individual techs as required to assess specific vehicle needs.
- Provide general guidance/direction or train associates in supporting roles and or less experienced associates
- Perform quality control checks on all work; notify supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work.
- Ensuring auto maintenance standard operating procedures and activities are conducted to deliver desired outcomes.
- Identifying developmental opportunities in staff.
- Monitoring workflow processes and recommending areas to improve productivity.
- Alerting management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.
- Modeling safety behaviors and ensuring techs comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.
- Train, and instruct new and current employees regarding job functions/tasks expected of them when needed.
- Providing technical expertise and effective guidance and coaching to other shop employees.
Who You Are
From a flat tire to a thrown rod, you know how to fix it. But your skills extend beyond mechanical work; you’re also a great communicator who can inspire others. You have the following qualifications:
Required:
- Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
- 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience.
- The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.
Preferred:
- A high school diploma or GED.
- ASE Certifications: A1-8, (L1 in emission states)
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Drug Testing
To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.Benefits
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.About Us
Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vets
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.