Automotive Recon Technician at Arrow Ford

Abilene, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automotive diagnostics, Mechanical repair, Electrical repair, Vehicle reconditioning, Quality control, Technical troubleshooting, Time management, Communication, Safety compliance, Automotive maintenance

Industry

Retail Motor Vehicles

Description

Arrow Ford is looking for an experienced Recon Technician to join our high-volume operation. We sell a large number of preowned vehicles, so there’s no shortage of work and no ceiling on your hours or earning potential. If you’re skilled across multiple makes and models and want to stay consistently busy running 60+ hours per week, this is an opportunity to step into a fast-paced shop where your ability to diagnose, recondition, and turn vehicles quickly truly matters. Arrow Ford is passionate about helping technicians of every level to advance in their craft and offers best-in-class pay and benefits for those who are committed to growing with us. Automotive Recon Technician Benefits * FREE on-site childcare - full-time during summer and after-school care August-May * Six days of PTO each year to be used at the employee's discretion * One week of vacation after one year, two weeks of vacation after three years, and three weeks of vacation after 10 years * Paid holidays * Paid training and certificate-based pay scale - get paid to train and paid to advance your skills * Custom and competitive wage plans * Low-deductible health insurance, vision, dental, and voluntary insurance options (disability, cancer insurance, etc.) * 401(k) savings plan with company match * Employee activities, picnics, parties, and cooking competitions * Company-provided trips * Lake house available for employee use * Employee discounts Automotive Recon Technician Responsibilities * Rapidly inspect and diagnose incoming preowned inventory across all makes and models * Execute mechanical and electrical repairs with urgency while maintaining quality standards * Recondition vehicles end-to-end to retail-ready condition with minimal downtime * Consistently produce in a fast-paced, high-volume environment * Identify and flag additional needed work immediately to maximize vehicle value and frontline readiness * Complete repair orders with accuracy, speed, and accountability—no comebacks * Stay ahead of production demands and hit aggressive turnaround targets * Work seamlessly with recon team, detail, body shop, and sales to keep inventory moving * Utilize diagnostic tools and technical resources efficiently across multiple brands * Maintain a disciplined, organized, and safety-focused workspace * Take ownership of output, efficiency, and quality—this is a performance-driven role Automotive Service Technician Qualifications * Valid driver’s license and clean driving record * Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel * Ability to pass all pre-employment testing including background check and drug screening Arrow's Benefits - What Makes Us Different * I-CAN Kids – Arrow Ford provides free childcare for its employees through the I-CAN Kids program. I-CAN Kids is an on-site child recreation program for school aged children. After school care is offered throughout the school year as well as full-time childcare on Saturdays, holidays, bad weather days, and during the summer holiday. Arrow leadership understands the financial burden that childcare can put on a family. Arrow employees have peace of mind knowing their child is in a safe and enriching environment while only being a few steps away. * Arrow Academy – Arrow Ford invests in its employees’ career aspirations and provides programs for sales and service to grow from entry level to mastery through Arrow Academy. Our sales team participate in a 120-day paid training with the Owner, General Sales Manager, and leadership team to mentor and prepare you for a successful sales career. For our technicians, Arrow Academy offers a career ladder training program to elevate the skills of automotive technicians of any level. Our in-house Technical Trainer works with our technicians in conjunction with extensive training offered by Ford Motor Company to support our technicians as learn new skills and accomplish their career goals. Arrow Ford is a Registered Apprenticeship Program through the Department of Labor and has a partnership with Cisco College and Collegiate Edu-Nation to offer coursework and training for automotive technicians. * Employee Assistance and Enrichment – The Arrow Employee Committee plans employee activities including an employee picnic, Thanksgiving potluck, Christmas party, and other events. More About Arrow Arrow Ford is locally owned and operated in Abilene, Texas, since 1964. The Arrow family includes Ford, Mitsubishi, Loan Arranger, Arrow Point Auto Mall, Arrow Service Department, Quick Lane, Body Shop, Rental Car, and Auto Accessories & More. Our mission is to help our customers, coworkers, and communities so that they can accomplish their goals. At Arrow Ford Dealerships, we strive to provide the best value in your vehicle ownership experience. That's why we created Arrow For Life, a comprehensive program that offers an Engine For Life Guarantee, lifetime oil changes, and so much more at no cost to our guests. Arrow believes in investing in both our community and our staff. Every employee at Arrow Ford Dealerships is absolutely critical to its success, and we’re always looking for smart, engaging, and dynamic people who want to join a team where they matter. Your professional development is one of our top priorities. That's why we're proud to offer our staff members with a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation plans, and opportunities to grow your career with us. 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.

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for rapidly inspecting, diagnosing, and performing mechanical and electrical repairs on preowned inventory to ensure retail-ready condition. They must maintain high productivity levels, hit turnaround targets, and collaborate effectively with the recon, detail, and sales teams.