Full-Time

Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Ken Garff Auto Group

Ken Garff Auto Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Multi-location auto dealer focused on transparency

Compensation Overview

$45k - $120k/yr

+ Efficiency bonus + Quarterly tool allowance + Performance bonuses and incentives + Year-end bonus

No H1B Sponsorship

Signal Hill, CA, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)

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Requirements
  • At least three years of experience in the main shop of a new-car dealership.
  • Prior automotive technician or mechanic experience is preferred.
  • ASE or dealership manufacturer certifications are highly preferred.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Must have a valid in-state driver's license and a good driving record meeting company standards.
  • Must produce precise and accurate work and demonstrate analytical, resourceful, approachable, and detail-oriented working practices.
Responsibilities
  • Perform efficient and expert work on repair orders in accordance with dealership, state, and factory standards.
  • Address customers' primary concerns through diagnosis, repair, and quality control to meet Fixed First Visit expectations.
  • Perform the Ken Garff Electronic Multi Point Inspection and record a video for every vehicle.
  • Immediately notify the Service Advisor when a vehicle has additional recommendations or more time is needed to complete the repair.
  • Use the Dealer Management System for work distribution, electronic inspections, repair quotes, communication, and timekeeping.
  • Complete required training as assigned.
  • Maintain cleanliness throughout the workspace and in all customer vehicles.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior automotive technician or mechanic experience.
  • ASE or dealership manufacturer certifications.

Ken Garff Auto Group operates a multi-location network of car dealerships across Utah, Texas, Iowa, Nevada, Michigan, and California. It sells new and used vehicles and provides automotive services, parts, and customer support through its many stores. The company emphasizes a customer experience built around transparency, trust, and attentive service, encapsulated in its brand slogan “We Hear You.” Its approach combines a long-standing commitment to ethical business practices with community involvement, employee benefits, and a focus on making the car-buying process clearer and more respectful than traditional dealerships. The goal is to deliver an unsurpassed customer experience at every interaction while supporting the communities it serves and maintaining strong, people-oriented corporate values.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Salt Lake City, Utah

Founded

1932

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ken Garff bought Volkswagen SouthTowne on June 8, 2026, expanding Utah scale.
  • Domo says Ken Garff saves 400 employee hours monthly on one report.
  • Community programs across nine states strengthen recruiting and local goodwill.

What critics are saying

  • FTC warned Ken Garff on March 11, 2026 over deceptive pricing.
  • Autonomous pricing scrutiny can trigger fines, consent decrees, and dealership-wide compliance costs.
  • Young Automotive bought Ken Garff Nissan Riverdale on June 16, 2026, showing brand churn.

What makes Ken Garff Auto Group unique

  • Ken Garff runs 70-plus dealerships across nine states with centralized data infrastructure.
  • The group uses Snowflake and Domo to manage over four billion records.
  • Arivo Acceptance is becoming its captive finance arm in 2026.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

Employee Discounts

Company News

CBT News
Jun 8th, 2026
Ken Garff expands Utah footprint with Volkswagen purchase.

Ken Garff expands Utah footprint with Volkswagen purchase. Ken Garff Automotive Group has acquired Volkswagen SouthTowne in South Jordan, Utah, from Susan Watkins. Announced on June 8, 2026, the transaction marks the group's first acquisition of 2026 and expands its dealership portfolio in its home state. The dealership has been renamed Ken Garff Volkswagen Southtowne. David Ibarra of Live Ready(R) Dealer Exchange Brokering facilitated the transaction. Deal details: Seller: Susan Watkins Buyer: Ken Garff Automotive Group Transaction Date: June 8, 2026 Rebranded Dealerships: * Volkswagen SouthTowne | Ken Garff Volkswagen Southtowne Advisor/Facilitator: Live Ready(R) Dealer Exchange Brokering

North Forty News
Nov 19th, 2025
Ken Garff Automotive Group Provides Thanksgiving Meals to Local Veterans

Ken Garff Automotive Group provides Thanksgiving meals to local veterans. Fort Collins and Greeley sites host drive-through giveaways as part of multi-state community service effort. Ken Garff Automotive Group is partnering with the Northern Colorado Veterans Resource Center and the Community Veteran Project to provide free Thanksgiving meals to veterans and military families during its annual "Drive Out Hunger" events in Greeley and Fort Collins. The effort is part of the company's "We're 'Hear' for You" community-giving initiative, which engages employees in hands-on service projects across nine states. Each vehicle that enters the drive-through will receive a tote bag containing a frozen turkey, sides, dessert, and cooking essentials - support intended to help Northern Colorado veterans enjoy a complete holiday meal. "Drive Out Hunger is our way of giving back to those who have given so much," said Brett Hopkins, CEO of Ken Garff Automotive Group. "We're proud to expand this event across all nine states where we do business, allowing us to connect with even more veterans and their families." Packing Events - Tuesday, Nov. 18 - 2 p.m. Ken Garff Ford Greeley, 4901 29th St., Greeley - Thursday, Nov. 20 - 11 a.m. - Noon and 1 - 2 p.m. Ken Garff Ford Fort Collins, 4809 S. College Ave. Distribution Events - Thursday, Nov. 20 - 3 - 6 p.m. Ken Garff Ford Greeley, 4901 29th St., Greeley - Friday, Nov. 21 - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ken Garff Ford Fort Collins, 4809 S. College Ave. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. A Military ID, VA Medical Card, or Veterans Identification Card is required. Find more Northern Colorado community stories at https://northfortynews.com.

Coverager
Aug 5th, 2024
AutoComplete secures funding from investors

AutoComplete, a company helping car dealerships offer insurance, has closed a SAFE-structured financing round with participation from Bain Ventures, FM Capital, Presidio, and several strategic dealership group investors including AutoNation Inc., Butler Automotive Group, and others. Founded in 2021 and led by Ahmed Khaishgi, AutoComplete aims to expand its auto insurance platform with this new backing.