Automotive Mechanic
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on289, South Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois, 60126, United States
About the Team
CarMax is the nation's largest retailer of used cars, revolutionizing the buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. With over 250 store locations and more than 30,000 associates, we are proud to be recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®. Our mission is to empower the modern customer and drive progress, creating a better future for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
About the Role
As an Automotive Technician at our Hillside, Illinois location, you will play a key role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax standards for safety, quality, and reliability. This is more than a job—it is an opportunity to love what you do in a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment designed for success. You will use your technical expertise to diagnose, repair, and recondition vehicles, ranging from engines and brakes to steering and suspension systems.
You will join a team that values integrity, precision, and innovation, where your growth matters as much as the cars you service. Whether you are advancing your career or growing your skillset, you will work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where your work fuels change, sparks ideas, and helps shape what's next.
Hiring Process
CarMax is committed to providing a fair and accessible application process. Upon an applicant's request, we will consider reasonable accommodations to complete the job application. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
289, South Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois, 60126, United States
Elmhurst, Illinois
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet CarMax standards
- check_circlePerform automotive services from basic maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs
- check_circleComplete multi-point inspections and accurately document findings and completed work
- check_circleRepair or replace vehicle components such as trim, seals, and panels
- check_circleAssist with alignment, suspension, and performance diagnostics
- check_circleFollow Environmental, Health and Safety requirements and maintain a clean work area
- check_circleUphold CarMax values while collaborating with teammates to meet production goals
Requirements
- verifiedBasic to intermediate experience in automotive repair
- verifiedValid driver's license required
- verifiedASE Certifications where required by State/Local law
Nice to Have
ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Heating Air Conditioning (A7), Electrical (A6), Engine Repair (A1), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Engine Performance (A8), and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (A2) where required by State/Local law.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleUp to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basischeck_circleBetween 80 and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90-day waiting periodcheck_circle8 hours of pay for 6 paid scheduled holidays plus 1 floating holiday per yearcheck_circleHoliday Premium Pay for associates who work on a scheduled holiday due to business needcheck_circlePaid time away for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and holidays for full-time salaried associates
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Frequently asked questions about Automotive Mechanic at CarMax
What does a Automotive Mechanic at CarMax do?expand_more
In this Automotive Mechanic at CarMax role, you will inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles to meet carmax standards; perform automotive services from basic maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs; complete multi-point inspections and accurately document findings and completed work; and repair or replace vehicle components such as trim, seals, and panels.
What are the requirements for this Automotive Mechanic role?expand_more
To qualify for the Automotive Mechanic at CarMax position, applicants should have: Basic to intermediate experience in automotive repair; Valid driver's license required; and ASE Certifications where required by State/Local law.
Where is the Automotive Mechanic role at CarMax located?expand_more
Automotive Mechanic at CarMax is based in 289, South Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois, 60126, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Automotive Mechanic job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
CarMax has listed this Automotive Mechanic role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Automotive Mechanic role?expand_more
Candidates for Automotive Mechanic at CarMax should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Automotive Mechanic role at CarMax?expand_more
Key skills for Automotive Mechanic at CarMax include Ase Certifications; Steering And Suspension; Brakes; Heating Air Conditioning; Electrical; Engine Repair; Manual Drive Train And Axles; and Engine Performance.
What category does the Automotive Mechanic role belong to?expand_more
Automotive Mechanic at CarMax is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.