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Auto Express Technician

Giles Automotive, Inc, Lafayette, LA, United States


Auto Express Technician
Giles Nissan | Lafayette, LA

Compensation | $13+/hr

Start Your Career at Giles Nissan
Are you ready to begin a career in the automotive industry with a company that truly values your growth, your work-life balance, and your contributions? At Giles Nissan, we’re looking for motivated Express Technicians to join our busy service team. This entry‑level role is perfect for hands‑on learners who want to gain practical experience, grow into a full‑line certified technician, and thrive in a supportive, team‑driven environment, all while enjoying weekends off! We don’t just service vehicles, we help people experience them at their best, and we do it with pride and integrity every day.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Career Growth: Paid training, mentorship, and a clear path to become a certified Technician. Experienced techs earn $40,000–$80,000/year.

Hands‑On Learning: Work alongside our award‑winning service and management team.

Positive Culture: Professional, team‑oriented, and supportive environment where your efforts are noticed.

Work‑Life Balance: 40+ hour workweek with weekends off.

What We Offer

Pay: Starting at $13/hour (more with experience)

Medical & Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) with annual company contributions

Promotions and advancement often achievable within the first 6 months

What You’ll Do

Perform oil and filter changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, and vehicle inspections

Follow dealership and factory standards on all repair orders

Communicate effectively with parts department and service advisors

Maintain a clean, organized workspace and proper care of tools

Test‑drive vehicles and utilize diagnostic tools as needed

Deliver excellent service and attention to detail on every vehicle

Who Thrives Here
We’re looking for individuals who are:

18+ with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

High school diploma or equivalent

Hardworking, eager to learn, and proud of doing the job right

Comfortable using tools and performing physical tasks

Team‑oriented, positive, and professional

Able to work in a fast‑paced environment

Basic computer literacy

Enable and embody our core values:

INTEGRITY:

The highest standards of honesty, integrity, and sincerity

EXCELLENCE:

A continuous drive for excellence and self‑improvement

PROACTIVE RESPONSIBILITY:

Dependable & proactively responsible for areas of influence.

ONE TEAM:

A professional team-player who deeply respects others

SERVICE:

A strong desire to serve our community, our customers, and each other

ATTITUDE + HEART:

Exudes a strong positive attitude & empathy toward others

No prior automotive experience? No problem! Automotive, detailing, or customer service experience is a plus, but enthusiasm and attitude matter most.

About Us

We are Giles Automotive Group. We pride ourselves in living out our mission to be a “vehicle” that improves the lives of our employees, our customers, and our community. Our mission is more than a cute phrase or something we hang on our wall. The Giles Mission is central to how we help you advance, not just in your career, but as a person. We are interested in discovering your strengths and helping you leverage them to reach your personal and professional goals. Our mission impacts the way we help our clients, as we like to say we don't “sell” cars, we help people buy cars. And finally, our mission is reflected in our contribution to Acadiana. Please visit gilescarees.com to see some of our primary causes. Let's just say our culture is positive and progressive, especially for a car dealership.

Ready to Join Our Team?
If you’re motivated, hardworking, and eager to build a career in automotive service, we want you on our team. Launch your career at Giles Hyundai and grow with a company that invests in your future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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