Vehicle Reconditioning Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Fremont, CA | Lexus | Luxury brand | Reconditioning Technician | Used vehicle | Pre-owned | Safety inspection | Flat-rate | Bay Area | SMOG preferred | Veterans encouraged to apply | $35.50 - $40/hr flat rate

IS THIS YOU?

You're an experienced technician with a thorough diagnostic eye -- you can walk through a used vehicle and know exactly what it needs

You take the safety inspection process seriously -- your recommendations protect both the guest and the store's reputation

You're looking for a focused, consistent flat-rate role at a luxury dealership without the chaos of a full-line service bay

WHO WE ARE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Lexus of Fremont, every pre-owned vehicle we sell goes through a thorough reconditioning process before it reaches a guest. The Reconditioning Technician is the person who makes that standard real -- performing safety inspections, identifying what needs attention, and ensuring every used vehicle we put on the lot is something we're proud to sell.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Perform comprehensive safety inspections on pre-owned vehicles -- evaluating brakes, tires, suspension, steering, lighting, fluid levels, belts, hoses, and all major vehicle systems

Document inspection findings accurately and thoroughly -- preparing detailed reconditioning recommendations that support management decisions on each vehicle

Identify safety concerns and mechanical issues that must be addressed before a vehicle is cleared for sale

Complete approved reconditioning repairs -- addressing mechanical, safety, and operational items to bring vehicles to dealership and Lexus CPO standards where applicable

Perform road tests to evaluate vehicle performance and confirm the accuracy of inspection findings

Coordinate with the used vehicle manager and service management on reconditioning priorities and timelines

Maintain accurate repair order documentation for all inspection and reconditioning work performed

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout every shift

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

3+ years of automotive technician experience in a franchised dealership -- multi-brand or import experience a strong plus

Strong inspection background -- able to evaluate a vehicle thoroughly and accurately across all major systems

ASE certifications preferred -- multi-system certifications reflect the diagnostic breadth this role requires

California SMOG license preferred -- not required

Comfortable working across multiple vehicle makes and model years -- used vehicle reconditioning is rarely brand-specific

Detail-oriented and thorough -- your inspection reports directly influence what vehicles go to market and what doesn't

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

A quality-first mindset -- you don't clear a vehicle you wouldn't feel confident selling to your own family

WHAT WE OFFER

$35.50 - $40/hr flat rate

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and supplemental coverage options

Paid time off and paid holidays

A focused, consistent workflow -- reconditioning provides steady flat-rate hours without the unpredictability of a full service drive

Career growth within the Swickard organization -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles

Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY LEXUS OF FREMONT

Lexus is one of the most respected luxury brands in the country -- the pre-owned vehicles that come through this store reflect that standard, and the reconditioning process is how we protect it

A focused role with a clear scope -- every day is safety inspections, reconditioning recommendations, and quality control. No chaos, no surprises

Fremont is a growing city in the heart of the Bay Area with a high-volume pre-owned operation and consistent reconditioning work

Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry

Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests

Leadership that values the technicians whose work protects both the guest and the store's reputation

Every pre-owned vehicle Lexus of Fremont sells passes through this role first. The Reconditioning Technician's inspection is the last line of quality control before a vehicle reaches a guest -- and the standard held here directly reflects the reputation of the store. It's focused, meaningful work for a technician who takes the craft seriously.

If you're an experienced technician with a thorough eye and a quality-first mindset -- we'd like to meet you.