General Automotive Technician (Hourly) - Land Rover Southwest Houston
- Location
- Houston, TX, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Company Description Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands. At Land Rover Southwest Houston, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc. Compensation (Hourly - Straight Time):
- $20.00- $28.00 / hour
- Hourly pay, not flat rate – steady income with no worry about slow days or inconsistent flag hours.
- Consistent workflow – always a full pipeline of vehicles to inspect and prepare.
- Straightforward repairs – work focused on essential safety and functionality items.
Job Description Summary: The Automotive Technician plays a key role in getting pre-owned vehicles ready for retail by performing essential inspections and light mechanical repairs.
This is a steady hourly position with consistent work and no reliance on flat-rate hours.
It is a great fit for technicians who enjoy a fast-paced environment, a clear workflow, and the satisfaction of getting vehicles safely back on the road. Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform multi-point mechanical inspections on incoming pre-owned vehicles.
- Complete light mechanical repairs such as brakes, batteries, filters, bulbs, hoses, fluids, belts, and similar items.
- Identify safety or drivability concerns and escalate items that require higher-level diagnosis or repair.
- Document all work performed and parts used with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Meet reconditioning cycle time goals to ensure vehicles are ready for retail in a timely manner.
- Safely move vehicles throughout service, reconditioning, and retail-ready areas.
- Partner with service managers, advisors, and parts personnel to keep the recon process moving efficiently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area.
Qualifications • Minimum 1+ years of experience in general automotive maintenance or repair • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record. • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA. • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license. Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with multi-point inspections and light mechanical repairs
Additional Information Compensation (Hourly - Straight Time):
• $20.00 - $28.00 / hour
- $20.00 - $28.00 / hour
• FULL-TIME
- FULL-TIME
- Sundays Always Off
- Saturday Availability Required
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off that Increases with Tenure
- Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
- Employee Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service
- Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
- Exclusive Travel Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Rentals
- OEM Certification & Paid Manufacturer Training Opportunities
- Career Growth within a Fortune 500 Company
From Sonic Automotive's careers page (SmartRecruiters), checked 29 Oct 2026.
How to apply
- Select Apply on sonicautomotive.com. It opens Sonic Automotive's own application form in a new tab, run on SmartRecruiters.
- Fill in the form and upload your résumé there. Jobiwork never sees your application.
- Sonic Automotive will reply to you directly. No real employer asks you for money to apply.
Posted 20 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job