Full-Time

Service Technician

Posted on 9/12/2025

Lithia Motors

Lithia Motors

1,001-5,000 employees

Automotive retailer offering financing and services

No salary listed

Ames, IA, USA

In Person

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Sense of urgency
  • Excellent communication
  • Competency: Passed manufacturer training and can perform repairs in the following areas with no supervision: Lube and Maintenance Services, Engine Repair, Suspension/Steering Repair, Brake Repair, Electrical/Electrical Systems Repair, Heating and A/C Repair, Engine Drivability Diagnosis and Repair (Optional)
  • Manufacturer certified in all areas listed above
  • Minimum of 3 ASE certifications (Should be an ASE Master Technician)
  • Customer Pay Proficiency Level: Greater than 105% Customer Pay Repairs
  • Automotive Technical Knowledge – Three to five years’ experience
Responsibilities
  • Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Lithia and manufacturer standards.
  • Diagnose cause of malfunction.
  • Complete all work according to the applicable safety requirements.
  • Road-test vehicles to ensure quality of repair work.
  • Accurately record time spent on repairs utilizing company time clocking procedures.
  • Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.
  • Responsible for providing and maintaining an inventory of normal mechanics tools to include screwdrivers, wrenches, socket wrenches, pliers, hammers, chisels and punches, and other tools needed to perform the work for which the technician is trained and not normally inventoried by the service department as 'special tools'.
  • Return special tools to proper place.
  • Use shop supplies and materials in a practical and economical manner.
  • Maintain an organized and clean workspace, completing a stall cleaning every day.
  • Ensure that customer’s vehicles are returned to them as clean as they were prior to being serviced.
  • Complete all required training.
  • Acquire and maintain manufacturer and ASE certifications by completing the necessary and required training.
  • Participate in and utilize technical training as assigned by management.
  • Review the technical bulletins and other publications as assigned by management.
  • Constructively communicate with other dealership personnel as required to satisfy customer needs.
  • Report to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its personnel, or customers.
  • Maintain personal grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards according to departmental policies. Clean gray work shirts, creased gray work trousers, shirts to be tucked in at all times. Belts worn on trousers to be of no buckle design to avoid scratching paint on customer’s vehicles.
  • Arrive at work, take breaks, and depart work at the times designated by management.

Lithia & Driveway is a large automotive retailer with more than 300 stores across the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, representing over 50 vehicle brands. It sells both new and used cars and offers financing, insurance, and after-sales services to individual customers and businesses. The company earns revenue from vehicle sales, service contracts, and financial products, and operates with a performance-driven culture focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. Its scale, national and cross-border presence, and breadth of services differentiate it from competitors, along with its combined focus on sales, financing, and after-sales support. The goal is to be a leading full-service mobility retailer that provides a wide range of automotive products and services while maintaining high customer satisfaction and inclusion within its workforce.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Medford, Oregon

Founded

1946

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisitions added $2.2B annualized revenue in 2025 across US, Canada, UK.
  • Repurchased 11.3% shares at $313 average, signaling undervaluation confidence.
  • Named to TIME America's Growth Leaders 2026 for exceptional expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Pendragon takeover triggered 250 job cuts, eroding UK profits immediately.
  • AutoNation captures more consolidation share, diluting Lithia's market position.
  • Tesla direct sales bypass dealerships, collapsing Lithia's 10% BEV margins.

What makes Lithia Motors unique

  • Lithia acquires luxury stores like Porsche Beverly Hills for high-margin revenue.
  • Omnichannel model integrates Driveway e-commerce with 300+ physical stores.
  • Clusters multi-brand dealerships in dense markets like Southern California.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness Programs

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Company News

GlobeNewswire
Mar 3rd, 2026
Lithia & Driveway Diversifies Portfolio with Two Strategic Acquisitions

Lithia & Driveway Diversifies Portfolio with Two Strategic Acquisitions...

Head Topics
Jan 24th, 2026
Pendragon raises profits to £20M after £377M Lithia takeover, plans UK expansion and site sales

Pendragon, the former UK car dealership giant acquired by US firm Lithia Motors for £377 million in February 2024, plans to sell underperforming dealerships whilst expanding its UK operations. The company reported profits rising from £4 million in 2023 to £20 million in 2024. Lithia UK Holding Limited, which combines Pendragon with Lithia's existing UK division, has cut hundreds of jobs since the takeover, previously announcing around 250 redundancies to focus on prominent national chains like Evans Halshaw and Stratstone. Pendragon previously employed approximately 7,000 people across the country. The company paid a £50 million dividend to investors during 2024. Its Pinewood Technologies division was not included in the sale and now operates independently from Birmingham Business Park.

Lithia Motors
Dec 2nd, 2025
Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Provides Share Repurchase Update and Continues to Expand in Canada

Lithia & Driveway (LAD) provides share repurchase update and continues to expand in Canada. MEDFORD, Ore., Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - In the quarter, LAD has invested $274 million to repurchase nearly 875,000 shares at a weighted average price of $313, representing 3.3% of outstanding shares. "Our share repurchases this quarter demonstrate our conviction in our resilient profitability, generative cash flows and omnichannel model," said Bryan DeBoer, Lithia and Driveway President and CEO. "Our strong balance sheet and shares trading below intrinsic value allows us to return capital while also strengthening our network through strategic acquisitions." To date this year, LAD has invested nearly $933 million to repurchase 2.98 million shares at a weighted average price of $313. This represents 11.3% of outstanding shares. $636 million remains available for repurchase under the existing share repurchase authorization. Additionally, LAD completed the acquisition of Fines Ford in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. This strategic investment demonstrates LAD's continued ability to strengthen its network in the North American market. This store is expected to increase annualized revenue by $100 million. "We are excited to expand our presence in the Canadian market with the addition of Fines Ford to the Lithia & Driveway family. This strategic investment in Canada's number one volume brand strengthens our omnichannel network in the nation's largest market," said Bryan DeBoer, Lithia and Driveway President and CEO. "Fines Ford's customer loyalty and established reputation in the community align perfectly with our strategy to provide exceptional experiences wherever, whenever, and however customers desire. This accretive acquisition reflects our disciplined approach to delivering sustainable growth and shareholder value while bringing new customers into our unique ecosystem." This addition brings LAD's total year-to-date expected annualized revenue to $2.2 billion and was financed using existing on-balance sheet capacity. About Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) is the largest global automotive retailer providing a wide array of products and services throughout the vehicle ownership lifecycle. Simple, convenient, and transparent experiences are offered through its comprehensive network of physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions, fleet management offerings, and other synergistic adjacencies. Lithia Motors Inc. deliver consistent, profitable growth in a massive and unconsolidated industry. Its highly diversified and competitively differentiated design provides Lithia Motors Inc. the flexibility and scale to pursue its vision to modernize personal transportation solutions wherever, whenever and however consumers desire. Lithia & Driveway on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LithiaMotors https://www.facebook.com/DrivewayHQ Lithia & Driveway on X https://x.com/lithiamotors https://x.com/DrivewayHQ https://x.com/GreenCarsHQ Lithia & Driveway on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/lithia-motors/ Lithia & Driveway on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Lithia_Motors/featured View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lithia-driveway-lad-provides-share-repurchase-update-and-continues-to-expand-in-canada-302629708.html

CBT News
Nov 11th, 2025
Lithia Motors expands Southern California footprint with three Hyundai acquisitions

Lithia Motors acquires three Hyundai dealerships in Southern California from Nouri/Shaver Automotive Group.

PR Newswire
Nov 11th, 2025
Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Continues Strategic Luxury Network Expansion and is Named to TIME America's Growth Leaders List

Lithia & Driveway (LAD) continues strategic luxury network expansion and is named to TIME America's Growth Leaders list. News provided by. MEDFORD, Ore., Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the acquisition of Porsche Beverly Hills and Audi Santa Monica. These luxury stores bring an estimated $450 million in annualized revenue and have the potential to be among the highest volume globally by brand. "We're excited to welcome Porsche Beverly Hills and Audi Santa Monica to the Lithia family-two iconic dealerships rooted in of the world's most prestigious and globally recognized luxury automotive markets. These stores elevate our luxury mix, expand our ecosystem, and will deliver meaningful, accretive earnings" said Bryan DeBoer, Lithia & Driveway President and CEO. "We're excited to continue our growth by adding high-quality stores comfortably within our disciplined return hurdle rates." These additions bring LAD's total year-to-date expected annualized revenue acquired to $2.1 billion. This acquisition was financed using existing on-balance sheet capacity. TIME America's Growth Leaders of 2026 Additionally, LAD has been ranked #165 on TIME's list of America's Growth Leaders of 2026, which recognizes the nation's top-performing companies demonstrating exceptional growth, financial stability, and market performance. This distinction places LAD among the most dynamic and successful businesses driving innovation and economic progress across the U.S. A complete list of the TIME America's Growth Leaders of 2026 can be found here: https://time.com/7327022/americas-growth-leaders-2025/. About Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) is the largest global automotive retailer providing a wide array of products and services throughout the vehicle ownership lifecycle. Simple, convenient, and transparent experiences are offered through our comprehensive network of physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions, fleet management offerings, and other synergistic adjacencies. We deliver consistent, profitable growth in a massive and unconsolidated industry. Our highly diversified and competitively differentiated design provides us the flexibility and scale to pursue our vision to modernize personal transportation solutions wherever, whenever and however consumers desire. Lithia & Driveway on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LithiaMotors https://www.facebook.com/DrivewayHQ Lithia & Driveway on X https://x.com/lithiamotors https://x.com/DrivewayHQ https://x.com/GreenCarsHQ Lithia & Driveway on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/lithia-motors/ Lithia & Driveway on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Lithia_Motors/featured

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