Automotive Express/Maintenance Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Wyatt Johnson Kia - Clarksville, TN, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00Hourly, Job Shift: Open to Closing, Automotive Express/Maintenance Technician

Wyatt Johnson Kia | Hudson Automotive Group

Start at $18/Hour

Perfect for Recent Graduates & Technicians with 1-2 Years of Experience

✅ $18/Hour Starting Pay
✅ Paid Kia Technician Development Program
✅ Climate-Controlled, State-of-the-Art Facility
✅ High-Volume Shop with Consistent Workflow
✅ Tool Assistance Program
✅ Paid Time Off Beginning Day One (Full-Time Employees)
✅ Clear Career Path to Diagnostic, Hybrid & Master Technician Roles

Launch Your Automotive Career at Wyatt Johnson Kia

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your passion for automotive repair into a long-term, rewarding career?

Wyatt Johnson Kia, a proud member of Hudson Automotive Group, is seeking motivated Automotive Express/Maintenance Technicians to join our award-winning, high-volume service team.

Whether you're a recent automotive school graduate or a technician with 1-2 years of experience, we provide the training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities needed to help you become a highly skilled Kia Technician.

With a steady workflow, experienced mentors, and industry-leading training programs, you'll gain the knowledge and experience needed to build a successful future.

Why Choose Wyatt Johnson Kia?

✔ $18/Hour Starting Pay

✔ Kia Technician Career Development Program

✔ Clearly Defined Career Path from Express Technician to Master Technician

✔ One-on-One Mentorship from Experienced Kia Technicians

✔ Climate-Controlled Service Facility

✔ High-Volume Shop with Consistent Repair Orders

✔ Company-Paid Kia Manufacturer Training

✔ Paid Time Off Beginning Day One

✔ Career Growth Opportunities Throughout Hudson Automotive Group

What You'll Do

As an Express/Maintenance Technician, you'll play a critical role in helping customers maintain the safety, reliability, and performance of their vehicles by:

Performing oil changes and multi-point inspections
Completing Video Multi-Point Inspections (Video MPIs) to communicate vehicle condition and maintenance recommendations
Rotating and balancing tires
Replacing engine air filters, cabin air filters, and wiper blades
Inspecting brakes, steering, suspension, and other key vehicle components
Checking and replenishing vehicle fluid levels
Completing maintenance services according to Kia and dealership standards
Identifying repair opportunities and communicating findings to management
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

Preferred

Previous automotive experience
Automotive technical education or training
Maintenance or express technician experience

Required

Valid Driver's License

Customer-focused attitude
Self-motivated, dependable, and coachable
Desire to learn and build a long-term automotive career
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment

Benefits We Offer

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employer-Contributed 401(k)
Paid Vacation & Holidays

Accrued PTO

Paid Training & Employee Development
Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Employee Discounts on Vehicles, Parts & Services

Balanced Work Schedule

Tool Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement for Automotive Technology Students & Recent Graduates

About Hudson Automotive Group

Founded in 1948, Hudson Automotive Group is a third-generation, family-owned and operated organization that has grown into one of the largest automotive retail groups in the Southeast, with 60+ dealerships and more than 4,500 employees across eight states.

We believe in promoting from within, investing in our employees, and creating career opportunities that help talented individuals grow professionally and financially.

Start Your Career with Wyatt Johnson Kia

If you're looking for a dealership that offers paid manufacturer training, career advancement opportunities, a supportive team environment, and the chance to learn from some of the best technicians in the industry, apply today and join the Wyatt Johnson Kia team.

Learn More. Earn More. Grow More. Build Your Future at Wyatt Johnson Kia.

Wyatt Johnson Kia and Hudson Automotive Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants must successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including background check, motor vehicle record review, drug screening, and verification of a valid driver's license.

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