Automotive Technician

Detroit, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Ray Laethem Buick GMC were not looking for technicians to stay forever.

In fact we expect most of the best ones to outgrow us.

And thats exactly the point.

Were intentionally building a place where technicians:
Learn fast
Take real responsibility early
Understand the whole operationnot just their bay
Build confidence leadership and mastery

Some will stay.
Many will move on to bigger things.
A few may open their own independent shops someday.

All of those outcomes are wins.

We dont sell a lifetime ladder.
We offer a launchpad.

If youre a technician who values freedom growth and becoming legitimately great at what you doand youre looking for a meaningful 35 year chapter to level upwe should talk.

Automotive Technician Build Skills Then Outgrow Us

Ray Laethem Buick GMC Grosse Pointe MI

Read this first (seriously)

If youre looking for a place to settle in for 20 years this probably isnt it.

If youre looking for a place to build elite skills real confidence and leadership experienceand then move on to something bigger (maybe even your own shop)keep reading.

Our Mission (The Laethem Way)

At Ray Laethem Buick GMC we dont just fix cars.

We build leaders who make leaders who make leaders.

We intentionally invest in people knowing that their future may be bigger than us. Some technicians stay. Many dont. Both outcomes are winsbecause while youre here we expect you to grow fast contribute meaningfully and raise the standard.

We are a launchpad not a landing spot.

Who This Role Is For

This role is ideal for someone who:

Wants to become very good very fast

Values freedom autonomy and mastery
Is curious about how the whole operation worksnot just turning wrenches
May one day want to lead mentor or open an independent shop
Is comfortable with the idea of a 35 year chapter not a lifetime promise

If you want responsibility early honest feedback and real-world experience that travels with youthis is your place.

What Youll Actually Do

Diagnose and repair GM vehicles using factory processes and tools

Work alongside experienced technicians and leaders who will teach you why not just what
Interact with advisors and customers to understand the full repair story
Learn how efficiency quality and decision-making really work in a high-performing dealership
Be treated like a professionalnot hidden in a corner

What We Offer

Competitive flat-rate or hourly pay (based on experience)

Factory training and hands-on mentorship
Modern shop proper equipment and process-driven workflow
A culture that values thinking ownership and growth
Leadership exposure most technicians never get
Respect for the fact that this role may be a stepping stoneand thats okay

What We Dont Promise

We do not promise a lifetime job

We do not pretend everyone should stay forever
We do not protect people who are comfortable being average

What we do promise:

If you give us your best while youre here youll leave better sharper and more capable than when you arrived.

How to Apply

If this post excites you and makes you a little uncomfortablethats a good sign.

Apply through Indeed with:

A brief work history

A short note on where you want to grow next (even if that future isnt with us)

Ray Laethem Buick GMC is an equal opportunity employer.

We hire for attitude curiosity and potentialnot just resumes.

Required Experience: