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Aerotek Automotive Technician in Clarksville, Indiana
Automotive Technician
Job Description
The Automotive Technician inspects incoming vehicles, accurately identifies mechanical and safety issues, and supports the repair process from diagnosis through parts coordination. You will work on a high volume of vehicles each day, focusing on key systems such as engines, transmissions, tires, brakes, and routine maintenance services like oil changes, while collaborating closely with other technicians and the parts department.
Responsibilities
Inspect incoming vehicles to identify mechanical, safety, and maintenance issues.
Work on approximately 10–15 vehicles per day using your assigned lift.
Diagnose and document issues related to engines, transmissions, tires, brakes, and oil changes in a clear and organized manner.
Perform or assist with basic mechanical services such as tire rotations, brake inspections, and oil changes as needed.
Collaborate with other technicians to determine necessary repairs and prioritize work effectively.
Communicate with the parts department to request, verify, and coordinate parts needed for repairs.
Ensure all inspection and repair documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
Follow established shop procedures and safety guidelines while working on vehicles.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, including your assigned lift and tools.
Support a team-oriented environment by sharing knowledge and assisting colleagues when needed.
Essential Skills
Hands-on automotive experience as a mechanic or technician.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how vehicle systems operate.
Experience inspecting vehicles for issues involving engines, transmissions, tires, brakes, and oil changes.
Ability to diagnose and identify mechanical and maintenance problems accurately.
Basic repair skills related to tires, brakes, and routine maintenance services.
Ability to document findings clearly and follow established inspection processes.
Effective collaboration skills to work closely with other technicians and the parts department.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety procedures in a shop environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in an automotive service environment such as quick lube, tire, or brake shops (for example, experience at a fast-service oil change or tire center).
Experience as an automotive mechanic or technician in any professional shop setting.
Diagnostic experience using standard automotive inspection practices.
Willingness to learn and adapt to shop processes and documentation requirements.
Ability to manage a steady workflow and handle multiple vehicles in a single day.
Why Work Here?
You join a professional automotive team that values hands-on experience, continuous learning, and collaboration in a busy yet supportive shop environment. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of vehicles and systems each day, helping you expand your diagnostic and repair skills. You work with your own lift and benefit from clear processes, teamwork with other technicians, and dedicated support from a parts department that helps keep jobs moving efficiently.
Work Environment
This role is based in an active automotive shop where you work on a dedicated vehicle lift and handle a steady flow of 10–15 vehicles per day. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with frequent interaction with other technicians and the parts department. You work with standard automotive tools and equipment while following shop safety procedures. The setting involves typical conditions of a service garage, including vehicle noise, moving equipment, and exposure to automotive fluids, so appropriate shop attire and safety gear are require
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clarksville, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Clarksville,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.