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Tech Apprentice – Wilmington, NC

Confidential Client•Retail
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$55,804
Wilmington, North Carolina
16 Hours Ago

The Tech Apprentice supports Service Technicians by assisting in vehicle inspections, repairs, and maintenance while progressively developing automotive skills and certifications. This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on learning, adherence to safety and manufacturer guidelines, and delivering high customer satisfaction within a dealership environment.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Automotive Dealership & Service.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

Confidential client is seeking an entry-level Tech Apprentice to support service technicians and learn hands-on automotive repair and maintenance. This role is a training/apprenticeship position designed to develop the skills needed to progress to a Service Technician.

  • Assist service technicians in examining customer vehicles and identifying required repairs and maintenance.
  • Help perform routine service, repair, and maintenance tasks under supervision.
  • Assist with estimating repair costs and documenting services performed.
  • Request and track necessary parts to support repairs.
  • Learn and follow dealership and manufacturer service guidelines and safety procedures.
  • Participate in required training and pursue certifications to advance technical skills.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; help meet or exceed customer satisfaction (CSI) standards.
  • Accurately record hours worked in the company timekeeping system.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the service team.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you should demonstrate mechanical aptitude, willingness to learn, and reliable attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform essential functions.

  • Basic knowledge of automotive parts and systems or comparable technical exposure.
  • Demonstrable mechanical skills or technical training (or commensurate experience).
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to learn parts inventory and timekeeping computer systems.
  • Strong ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with customers and team members.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks (stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach).
  • Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Education: high school diploma/GED preferred; relevant technical coursework or degrees are a plus.
  • Prior experience: entry-level to 3 years of related experience acceptable; apprenticeship/training-friendly.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Duties performed primarily in the service area around vehicles and service equipment.
  • Frequent exposure to noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, and shop hazards—follow all safety procedures.
  • Regular use of hand and power tools and test equipment under supervision.
  • Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as service needs require.

Schedule & Employment Type

  • Full-time (FULL_TIME).
  • This apprenticeship is structured to provide progressive on-the-job learning and technical training with a path toward becoming a Service Technician.

Core Values & Culture

Confidential client emphasizes servant leadership, teamwork built on trust and respect, integrity, commitment to customer experience, accountability, and continuous improvement. Candidates should be motivated by learning, teamwork, and delivering an outstanding customer experience.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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