Apprentice Automotive Technician

Volvo Car retailers across the United States are hiring motivated individuals who want to build a career as automotive technicians. The Volvo Apprentice Technician Program connects candidates with participating retailers, provides hands-on training, and offers a clear pathway to Volvo G1 Technician Certification. *Program Highlights* * Paid employment with a local Volvo Car retailer * 4–12-week apprenticeship with hands-on dealership experience * Opportunity to advance into a 7-week immersive Volvo training program * Mentorship from experienced Volvo technicians * Career growth within the Volvo Cars network *Required Qualifications* * Age 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S. * Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) * Ability to pass background and drug screenings * Strong attendance and professionalism *Education or Experience (One Required)* * Graduate or near completion of an automotive education program (CTE, trade school, college, or military), *or* * Minimum 12 months full-time experience in a professional shop (dealer or independent) performing basic maintenance, tire services, and shop safety procedures *Preferred Qualifications* * Basic automotive hand tools * Valid driver’s license * ASE or OEM training exposure * Experience in structured environments (military, fleet, CTE labs) Pay: $15.00 - $50.00 per hour Application Question(s): * Do you have at least 1000 hours of formal automotive training? * Do you have 12 months’ full-time experience in a professional shop setting (dealer or independent; automotive, collision, fleet, heavy equipment, diesel, small engine) with supervisor verification. Experience should include basic PM services (oil/filters), tires (mount/balance/rotate), battery testing/R&R, and shop safety/housekeeping. * If you are in a vocational/career & technical school, do you have at least a 95% attendance rate? * Do you have a valid and clean driver's license and record? * Can you pass the criminal, sex-offender, MVR, and 5-panel drug screen requirements? * Are you 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S. * Are you a graduate or near-completion student of an automotive program (high school CTE, trade school, community college, or military, source-agnostic). Ability to Commute: * Lynchburg, VA 24504 (Preferred) Work Location: In person