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Experienced European Automotive Technician – Used Vehicle Reconditioning
Ocean Automotive Group Department: Service / Used Vehicle Reconditioning Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Ocean Automotive Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced European Automotive Technician to join our Used Vehicle Reconditioning team.
We are looking for a technician with a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience working as a Mainline Automotive Technician for a European automotive brand, such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Land Rover, or another European manufacturer.
This position will focus primarily on internal used-vehicle inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and reconditioning to ensure dealership-owned vehicles meet our quality, mechanical, and safety standards before being offered for sale.
The ideal candidate is an experienced technician who can independently diagnose and repair European vehicles, work efficiently across multiple makes and models, and take ownership of the quality and accuracy of their work.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive mechanical inspections of dealership-owned pre-owned vehicles.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, and drivability concerns on European vehicles.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Land Rover, and other European makes and models.
- Complete internal used-vehicle reconditioning repairs accurately and efficiently.
- Inspect and repair engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension, cooling systems, HVAC, and electrical components.
- Use manufacturer-specific diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and technical repair information.
- Identify safety concerns, mechanical deficiencies, and recommended repairs during vehicle inspections.
- Document inspection findings and recommended repairs accurately.
- Communicate required repairs, parts needs, and repair timelines to the Internal Service Advisor and Service Management.
- Complete authorized repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications and dealership standards.
- Perform road tests to verify concerns and confirm completed repairs.
- Conduct quality-control inspections to ensure vehicles are properly repaired before being released.
- Coordinate with the Parts Department regarding required parts and availability.
- Maintain accurate repair-order documentation, including diagnostic findings and completed work.
- Assist with identifying recurring mechanical concerns and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Properly maintain tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.
- Follow all dealership safety procedures and applicable environmental requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Service Management.
Used Vehicle Reconditioning Responsibilities
This position is specifically focused on supporting the dealership's internal used-car reconditioning operations.
The technician will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing dealership-owned vehicles to prepare them for retail sale.
Key expectations include:
- Completing thorough initial mechanical inspections.
- Identifying repairs necessary to meet dealership safety and reconditioning standards.
- Providing accurate diagnostic findings and repair recommendations.
- Completing approved repairs within established timelines.
- Communicating parts delays or additional repair concerns promptly.
- Working closely with the Internal Service Advisor and Used Car Management.
- Minimizing unnecessary delays while maintaining quality workmanship.
- Ensuring completed vehicles are mechanically sound and ready for final quality-control review.
The goal is to maintain an efficient reconditioning process while ensuring vehicles meet dealership standards before being offered to customers.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience as a Mainline Automotive Technician working with a European automotive manufacturer.
- Previous hands-on experience servicing and repairing European vehicles such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, or Land Rover.
- Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair experience.
- Experience diagnosing European automotive electrical and electronic systems.
- Ability to independently diagnose and complete complex mechanical repairs.
- Experience using professional automotive diagnostic scan tools and repair-information systems.
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, technical service information, and manufacturer repair procedures.
- Strong knowledge of European automotive systems and technology.
- Experience performing comprehensive vehicle inspections.
- Ability to work on multiple vehicle makes and models.
- Ability to accurately document repairs and diagnostic findings.
- Must possess appropriate professional automotive tools.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of an automotive technician position.
- Must be able to meet applicable pre-employment requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working at a BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, Land Rover, or other European-brand dealership.
- European manufacturer training or certifications.
- ASE certifications.
- Previous used-vehicle reconditioning experience.
- Experience working in a high-volume automotive dealership.
- Experience with dealership management systems, including CDK.
- Experience with advanced European diagnostic equipment.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- An experienced European automotive technician with strong diagnostic abilities.
- Comfortable working independently.
- Highly skilled in identifying and resolving complex mechanical concerns.
- Detail-oriented and committed to quality workmanship.
- Productive and efficient without sacrificing accuracy.
- Comfortable working on different European vehicle brands.
- Organized and dependable.
- Strong with repair documentation and communication.
- Able to prioritize assigned vehicles and manage repair timelines.
- Safety-conscious and professional.
- Accountable for completing repairs correctly the first time.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced dealership reconditioning environment.
Performance & Quality Expectations
Technicians are expected to maintain strong performance in:
- Diagnostic accuracy
- Quality of completed repairs
- Technician productivity and efficiency
- Reconditioning turnaround times
- Repair-order documentation
- Vehicle inspection accuracy
- Minimizing repeat repairs and comebacks
- Communication with Service and Used Car Management
- Safety and shop standards
- Attendance and dependability
Quality workmanship, accurate diagnostics, and timely completion of internal reconditioning repairs are essential to this position.
Benefits
Ocean Automotive Group offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement within Ocean Automotive Group
Join Our Team
If you are an experienced European Automotive Technician with at least five years of mainline technician experience and are looking for an opportunity to apply your diagnostic and mechanical expertise in a dealership used-vehicle reconditioning environment, we encourage you to apply.
Join Ocean Automotive Group and help us deliver quality pre-owned vehicles through expert diagnostics, dependable repairs, and exceptional workmanship.
Ocean Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.
