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C-level Technician

Rockville, MD

Position Summary:
As a C-Level Technician, you are an entry-level member of our service team, building on basic maintenance skills to take on light mechanical repairs. You will perform preventative maintenance, replace common wear components, and complete straightforward bolt-on repairs under the guidance of senior technicians, keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready for our drivers. This role is built for someone mechanically inclined who wants to grow into a more advanced technician; advanced diagnostic experience is not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to the following):

  • Preventative Maintenance: Perform oil changes, filter replacements, fluid services, and tire rotations.
  • Light Repairs: Replace brake pads and rotors, batteries, belts, wiper blades, bulbs, and other common wear items.
  • Basic Component Replacement: Complete straightforward bolt-on repairs such as shocks/struts, sway bar links, and other suspension and steering parts, with support from senior technicians.
  • Tire Service: Mount, balance, plug, and replace tires; check pressure and tread depth.
  • Inspections: Perform multi-point safety inspections and document findings.
  • Basic Troubleshooting: Use a scan tool to pull codes and escalate warning lights or complex issues to senior technicians or management.
  • Vehicle Movement: Shuttle vehicles between locations and dealerships as needed.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate digital or paper logs of all services and repairs to ensure fleet compliance.
  • Shop Stewardship: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; help manage inventory of parts and shop supplies.

 

Qualifications Required:

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of hands-on automotive experience (Lube Tech, Tire Tech, General Service, or entry-level technician).
  • ASE Entry-Level or G1 certification, or automotive trade school coursework, preferred.
  • Valid US driver's license for a minimum of 1 year with a clean driving history.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without future sponsorship.

 

Skills and Abilities:

  • Working knowledge of basic hand tools, power tools, and vehicle lifts; personal hand tools preferred.
  • Ability to use a basic scan tool to read codes (advanced diagnostics not required).
  • Willingness to learn and grow into a B-Level Technician role.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and adapt to changing daily priorities.
  • Reliable and flexible to be on-call or work adjusted shifts as needed.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to shop safety.

Salary:  $18 – $24 per hour; depending on experience

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in indoor shop bays, with some outdoor work. Exposure to varying weather, loud noise, moving vehicles, and automotive chemicals (oil, grease, solvents) is expected. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

 

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and kneel (often under vehicles or on lifts) throughout the workday.
  • Ability to frequently lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds, including toolboxes, parts, and tires.
  • Repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and arms, such as using wrenches, impact tools, and lifts.
  • Ability to work in indoor shop bays and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather, loud noise, and automotive chemicals.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Whip is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Whip is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding status, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability (including physical or mental disability, medical condition, or medical leave), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Whip will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability, please contact People Operations at recruiting@drivewhip.com to request an accommodation.

This EEO statement reaffirms our commitment to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, in accordance with all applicable laws. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities at Whip.

Compliance with Laws:

Whip employees are expected to comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

 

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this position.  Essential duties and responsibilities may be added or modified as necessary at any time.

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