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Automotive Mechanic Technician - Kansas City, MO, All Technician Levels - $2,500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Communications

Automotive Mechanic Technician - Kansas City, MO, All Technician Levels - $2,500 New Hire Bonus

full-timePosted: Aug 17, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026Kansas City MO

Job Description

CompanyCox Automotive - USAJob Family GroupVehicle OperationsJob ProfileAuto Maintenance Technician IIManagement LevelIndividual ContributorFlexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox locationTravel %NoWork ShiftDayCompensationHourly base pay rate is $22.02 - $33.08/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 DescriptionLocation: Kansas City, MOThere are multiple open positions. Candidates may be hired at one of the following levels depending on experience, qualifications, and business need:This position offers a new-hire bonus of $2,500 or higher, based on position title. Automotive Technician IHourly Pay Range: 100% Geo: $20.10 - $30.10 per hourAutomotive Technician Level 2Hourly Pay Range: 100% Geo: $22.02 – $33.08 per hourSenior Automotive TechnicianHourly Pay Range: 100% Geo: $26.73 - 40.10 per hourWe are currently accepting applicants at all levels. Please see the minimum requirements for each level of the role below.Job Description (Applies to All Levels)Your skills keep vehicles moving — and we think that deserves more than just a paycheck.At Manheim, part of Cox Automotive, we're hiring for Automotive Technicians at our Manheim location. We're looking for techs who take pride in quality work and want to grow with a team that actually invests in your future. Sound like you? Keep reading.Roles - Specific RequirementsAutomotive Technician Level I - $1,500 Bonus for New HireYou’ll perform light- duty work as an intermediate-level auto tech. You’ll improve your skills in a supportive environment. Minimum Requirements: 1 or more years of related work experience.The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license requiredPreferred:A high school diploma or GEDCurrent ASE Certifications: G1, A4, A5 status when required by leadership.Key Responsibilities: ​Gain familiarity with auto maintenance concepts and practices.Perform auto maintenance tech duties, including oil and filter changes, transmission flush, spark plugs, and vehicle inspections. Perform battery testing, maintenance, and replacement,and testing of charging electrical systems.Perform various repairs including tires, safety inspections, and interior/exterior components.Diagnose and repair brake systems, steering and suspension systems.Perform an evacuation and recharge on the AC system.Perform maintenance on equipment.Utilize approved vendors to obtain parts.May up fit new vehicles with necessary equipmentComplies with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires, and disposable trash.Automotive Technician Level 2 - $1,500 Bonus for New HiresSummary: You’ll get your hands dirty serving as a mid-level auto tech performing medium-duty work.Minimum Qualifications3+ years of vehicle service and repair experience.Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.PreferredA high school diploma or GED.Current ASE Certification: G1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8 when required by leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding highly skilled maintenance and repairs for all vehicles.Performing diagnostics which may include brake components, tires, suspension components, drivability and complete repairs.Performing advanced diagnostics, which may include charging, starting, AC, OBDII, drivability, electrical systems and complete repairs.Completing mechanical inspection including required measurements, which may include interior/exterior components, engine and drive line components, under hood inspection and document deficiencies.Complying with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires and disposable trash.May be required to perform OEM recalls.Senior Automotive Technician - $1,500 Bonus for New HireSummary: As a master-level auto tech, you’ll perform heavy duty work and the duties of a level 1 and 2 auto tech. Other responsibilities include:Minimum Qualifications: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 GEDCurrent ASE Certifications: A1-9, (L1 in emission states) when required by leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesWorking independently or in a team environment.Performing advanced diagnostics.Clutch and transmission replacement.Identifying required parts and partner with our parts & procurement teams to acquire necessary parts, supplies and materials.Alerting team lead and/or management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.May upfit new vehicles with necessary equipment.May be required to perform OEM recalls.SMCOXDrug TestingTo 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.BenefitsEmployees 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 UsThrough 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.

Locations

  • Kansas City MO

Required Qualifications

  • 1 or more years of related work experience. (experience)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)
  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required (experience)
  • 1 or more years of related work experience. (experience)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)
  • 3+ years of vehicle service and repair experience. (experience, 3 years)
  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required. (experience)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)
  • 3+ years of vehicle service and repair experience. (experience, 3 years)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)
  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required. (experience)
  • 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)
  • 5+ years of automotive service and repair experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles. (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or GED (experience)
  • Current ASE Certifications: G1, A4, A5 status when required by leadership. (certification)
  • A high school diploma or GED (experience)
  • Current ASE Certifications: G1, A4, A5 status when required by leadership. (certification)
  • A high school diploma or GED. (experience)
  • Current ASE Certification: G1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8 when required by leadership. (certification)
  • A high school diploma or GED. (experience)
  • Current ASE Certification: G1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8 when required by leadership. (certification)
  • A high school diploma or GED (experience)
  • Current ASE Certifications: A1-9, (L1 in emission states) when required by leadership. (certification)
  • A high school diploma or GED (experience)
  • Current ASE Certifications: A1-9, (L1 in emission states) when required by leadership. (certification)

Responsibilities

  • ​Gain familiarity with auto maintenance concepts and practices.
  • Perform auto maintenance tech duties, including oil and filter changes, transmission flush, spark plugs, and vehicle inspections. Perform battery testing, maintenance, and replacement,and testing of charging electrical systems.
  • Perform various repairs including tires, safety inspections, and interior/exterior components.
  • Diagnose and repair brake systems, steering and suspension systems.
  • Perform an evacuation and recharge on the AC system.
  • Perform maintenance on equipment.
  • Utilize approved vendors to obtain parts.
  • May up fit new vehicles with necessary equipment
  • Complies with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires, and disposable trash.
  • Perform auto maintenance tech duties, including oil and filter changes, transmission flush, spark plugs, and vehicle inspections. Perform battery testing, maintenance, and replacement,and testing of charging electrical systems.
  • Perform various repairs including tires, safety inspections, and interior/exterior components.
  • Diagnose and repair brake systems, steering and suspension systems.
  • Perform an evacuation and recharge on the AC system.
  • Perform maintenance on equipment.
  • Utilize approved vendors to obtain parts.
  • May up fit new vehicles with necessary equipment
  • Complies with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires, and disposable trash.
  • Providing highly skilled maintenance and repairs for all vehicles.
  • Performing diagnostics which may include brake components, tires, suspension components, drivability and complete repairs.
  • Performing advanced diagnostics, which may include charging, starting, AC, OBDII, drivability, electrical systems and complete repairs.
  • Completing mechanical inspection including required measurements, which may include interior/exterior components, engine and drive line components, under hood inspection and document deficiencies.
  • Complying with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires and disposable trash.
  • May be required to perform OEM recalls.
  • Providing highly skilled maintenance and repairs for all vehicles.
  • Performing diagnostics which may include brake components, tires, suspension components, drivability and complete repairs.
  • Performing advanced diagnostics, which may include charging, starting, AC, OBDII, drivability, electrical systems and complete repairs.
  • Completing mechanical inspection including required measurements, which may include interior/exterior components, engine and drive line components, under hood inspection and document deficiencies.
  • Complying with applicable procedures and regulations regarding recyclables, fluids, tires and disposable trash.
  • Working independently or in a team environment.
  • Performing advanced diagnostics.
  • Clutch and transmission replacement.
  • Identifying required parts and partner with our parts & procurement teams to acquire necessary parts, supplies and materials.
  • Alerting team lead and/or management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.
  • May upfit new vehicles with necessary equipment.
  • May be required to perform OEM recalls.
  • Working independently or in a team environment.
  • Performing advanced diagnostics.
  • Clutch and transmission replacement.
  • Identifying required parts and partner with our parts & procurement teams to acquire necessary parts, supplies and materials.
  • Alerting team lead and/or management about difficult issues, patterns and trends.
  • May upfit new vehicles with necessary equipment.

Benefits

  • general: We are currently accepting applicants at all levels. Please see the minimum requirements for each level of the role below.

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