Automotive Technician Jobs at AutoNation with Visa Sponsorship
AutoNation's Automotive Technician roles involve diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles across a large network of dealerships nationwide. The company has a documented track record of filing work visas for this function, making it a viable target for international technicians exploring employer-sponsored pathways into the U.S. automotive industry.
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The Experienced Automotive Service Technician at Acura Stevens Creek possess a general mechanical knowledge of all basic systems of a vehicle and the ability to follow direction of supervisors and/or service publications to perform work satisfactorily.
Earn leading pay $40.50 - $50.00+ per flat rate hour or more depending on experience, trainings, and certifications plus bonus pay and incentives based on productivity and overrides. Join our team of passionate Automotive Service Technicians at Acura Stevens Creek where your skills are not only valued, but also cultivated for long-term growth and success.
Work with tenured service technicians and advisors at our busy and temperature-controlled shop!
Here's why AutoNation is the ultimate destination for automotive professionals:
- Paid Training Opportunities: Elevate your expertise with paid OEM training, unlocking new levels of success and earning potential on our technician wage grid.
- Longevity and Productivity Bonus and Incentives
- Generous PTO/Vacation Policy: Enjoy a comprehensive paid time off policy for a healthy work-life balance.
- Defined Career Paths: Experience a workplace with structured career paths, offering clear milestones and opportunities for advancement across sales, service, management, and corporate.
- Drive a Strong Customer Pay Business: Join a team focused on driving a strong customer pay business where your expertise contributes to exceptional customer experiences.
- Generous Employee/Technicians Referral Programs (based on position)
- Employee Discounts on purchases, parts, and service
POSITION OVERVIEW
At AutoNation, getting customers back on the road is what drives us. We’re looking for an Auto Technician or Auto Mechanic to join our team, and we’re interested in talking to candidates at an experienced level. As an Auto Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Your attention to detail makes you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure repairs are completed on time, and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers. In this role, you’ll interact daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers.
Who Would I Interact With?
This position interacts daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers, just to name a few.
Keep America Moving. Drive your Technician Career with AutoNation.
At AutoNation, we don’t just service vehicles, we support the people who keep them running. As America’s most admired automotive retailer, we offer factory training, cutting-edge tools, and a clear path to advancement.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Paid training and OEM certification support
- Opportunities to grow into Service, Sales, Management, Regional and Executive roles
- Career options coast to coast through our nationwide footprint of locations
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Valid driver’s license
- A passion for cars and customer service
Apply today and join a team that values your skills and invests in your future.
WHAT ARE THE DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES?
- Stay current in the latest diagnostic methods and service techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
- Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards
- Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work
- Participate in service technician training programs
- Become familiar with latest bulletins, service manuals and other service publications
- Participate in all in-dealership service training activities
- Attend manufacture sponsored service trainings
- Record cause of failure and a description of work done accurately and clearly on all repair orders
- Communicate regularly with service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm repair order information and diagnostic information
- Request parts from the parts department as necessary
- Communicate regularly with the service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm diagnosis, status of repair, road test results and completion of work
- Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB?
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
- 3+ years as an Automotive Technician
- General mechanical skills
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
- Manual dexterity, good judgment and ability to operate power and hand tools and other types of machinery safely
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Knowledge of all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance
- Graduate of mechanical vocational trade school or equivalent experience
- Ability to operate an automobile
- Must have technical aptitude displayed by ASE certification or successful completion of pre-employment test Technical or trade school degree preferred
EXCITING BENEFITS AND PERKS AWAIT YOU:
- Competitive compensation and 401k matching
- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
- Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
- Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
- Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.
AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.
INTRODUCTION
The Experienced Automotive Service Technician at Acura Stevens Creek possess a general mechanical knowledge of all basic systems of a vehicle and the ability to follow direction of supervisors and/or service publications to perform work satisfactorily.
Earn leading pay $40.50 - $50.00+ per flat rate hour or more depending on experience, trainings, and certifications plus bonus pay and incentives based on productivity and overrides. Join our team of passionate Automotive Service Technicians at Acura Stevens Creek where your skills are not only valued, but also cultivated for long-term growth and success.
Work with tenured service technicians and advisors at our busy and temperature-controlled shop!
Here's why AutoNation is the ultimate destination for automotive professionals:
- Paid Training Opportunities: Elevate your expertise with paid OEM training, unlocking new levels of success and earning potential on our technician wage grid.
- Longevity and Productivity Bonus and Incentives
- Generous PTO/Vacation Policy: Enjoy a comprehensive paid time off policy for a healthy work-life balance.
- Defined Career Paths: Experience a workplace with structured career paths, offering clear milestones and opportunities for advancement across sales, service, management, and corporate.
- Drive a Strong Customer Pay Business: Join a team focused on driving a strong customer pay business where your expertise contributes to exceptional customer experiences.
- Generous Employee/Technicians Referral Programs (based on position)
- Employee Discounts on purchases, parts, and service
POSITION OVERVIEW
At AutoNation, getting customers back on the road is what drives us. We’re looking for an Auto Technician or Auto Mechanic to join our team, and we’re interested in talking to candidates at an experienced level. As an Auto Technician, you’ll perform vehicle repairs as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. Your attention to detail makes you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure repairs are completed on time, and deliver top-notch work to delight our customers. In this role, you’ll interact daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers.
Who Would I Interact With?
This position interacts daily with Customers, Service Advisors, other Technicians, Parts Associates, Cashiers, Sales Associates and Managers, just to name a few.
Keep America Moving. Drive your Technician Career with AutoNation.
At AutoNation, we don’t just service vehicles, we support the people who keep them running. As America’s most admired automotive retailer, we offer factory training, cutting-edge tools, and a clear path to advancement.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Paid training and OEM certification support
- Opportunities to grow into Service, Sales, Management, Regional and Executive roles
- Career options coast to coast through our nationwide footprint of locations
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Valid driver’s license
- A passion for cars and customer service
Apply today and join a team that values your skills and invests in your future.
WHAT ARE THE DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES?
- Stay current in the latest diagnostic methods and service techniques for the vehicles sold and serviced by the dealership
- Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards
- Follow factory and dealership repair procedures when performing warranty work
- Participate in service technician training programs
- Become familiar with latest bulletins, service manuals and other service publications
- Participate in all in-dealership service training activities
- Attend manufacture sponsored service trainings
- Record cause of failure and a description of work done accurately and clearly on all repair orders
- Communicate regularly with service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm repair order information and diagnostic information
- Request parts from the parts department as necessary
- Communicate regularly with the service manager, service technician team leader and/or service consultant to confirm diagnosis, status of repair, road test results and completion of work
- Follow company safety procedures to avoid exposure to fumes, dirt and harsh chemicals
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB?
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information
- 3+ years as an Automotive Technician
- General mechanical skills
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
- Manual dexterity, good judgment and ability to operate power and hand tools and other types of machinery safely
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Knowledge of all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance
- Graduate of mechanical vocational trade school or equivalent experience
- Ability to operate an automobile
- Must have technical aptitude displayed by ASE certification or successful completion of pre-employment test Technical or trade school degree preferred
EXCITING BENEFITS AND PERKS AWAIT YOU:
- Competitive compensation and 401k matching
- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
- Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
- Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
- Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.
AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.
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Align your credentials with ASE standards
AutoNation expects technicians to hold or be pursuing ASE certification. Before applying, map your existing qualifications to the relevant ASE categories, this signals job-readiness and reduces friction during the employer's internal approval process for sponsorship.
Target dealership-level roles not corporate postings
AutoNation hires Automotive Technicians at the individual dealership level, not centrally. Search by specific dealership location rather than broad corporate listings, roles posted at the store level are the ones tied to active service department headcount and sponsorship decisions.
Clarify TN eligibility before your offer stage
Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the USMCA for engineering-adjacent technician roles. Confirm the specific job title and duties align with a recognized TN occupation category before the offer letter is drafted, since reclassifying afterward creates delays.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open roles by sponsorship history
AutoNation posts Automotive Technician openings across dozens of states simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for locations where AutoNation has a documented sponsorship pattern, so you're targeting stores most likely to support the filing process.
Ask the hiring manager about OPT gap coverage early
F-1 OPT has a 60-day grace period after employment ends. If you're transitioning from a previous employer, clarify with the AutoNation service manager whether your start date can be timed to avoid a status gap before USCIS receives your updated documentation.
Prepare your work authorization documents before the background check
AutoNation uses E-Verify for employment eligibility confirmation. Have your I-94, EAD, or visa documentation organized before the background check stage, discrepancies or missing records at that point can stall or derail the onboarding and sponsorship filing timeline.
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Does AutoNation sponsor H-1B visas for Automotive Technicians?
Yes, AutoNation has sponsored H-1B visas for Automotive Technician roles. The H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which means demonstrating that the role typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specific field. Technician roles can qualify when the scope involves specialized diagnostics or engineering-level work, though this is assessed case by case with USCIS.
How do I apply for Automotive Technician jobs at AutoNation?
AutoNation posts Automotive Technician openings at the individual dealership level across its nationwide network. You can search directly on AutoNation's careers site by location or use Migrate Mate to browse open roles filtered by visa sponsorship history, which makes it easier to identify dealerships with a track record of supporting international candidates through the hiring and sponsorship process.
Which visa types are commonly used for Automotive Technician roles at AutoNation?
AutoNation has sponsored H-1B visas, and also works with F-1 OPT and F-1 CPT candidates who are completing or have recently completed U.S. degree programs. Canadian and Mexican nationals may also pursue TN status under the USMCA if their specific technician role aligns with a recognized TN occupation category. The right visa pathway depends on your nationality, educational background, and the exact duties of the role.
What qualifications does AutoNation expect for Automotive Technician roles?
AutoNation generally expects candidates to have hands-on diagnostic and repair experience across major vehicle systems, including engine, transmission, electrical, and emissions. ASE certification is strongly preferred and in many dealerships effectively required for mid-level and senior technician positions. Experience with OEM diagnostic tools and familiarity with manufacturer-specific platforms adds significant weight to your application at brand-affiliated AutoNation dealerships.
How long does the sponsorship and hiring process typically take for these roles?
Timelines vary depending on the visa type. F-1 OPT authorization can be requested up to 90 days before your program end date, giving you a workable runway. H-1B filings are subject to USCIS processing times, which currently range from a few months to over six months depending on whether premium processing is used. Starting conversations with AutoNation hiring managers well before your current authorization expires is the most reliable way to avoid gaps.
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