Facilities Maintenance Technician
AutoNation · Fort Worth, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at AutoNation (industrial) in Fort Worth, TX. In this role, you will partner directly with Store, Regional, and corporate management.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · overnight travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1861 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 167 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 49%
- PLC 33%
- Welding 29%
- Root cause 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at AutoNation
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Requirements
for This Job?
- ✓Minimum 1-5 years of hands-on trade experience in a maintenance or repair role
- ✓Strong knowledge of building trade practices, terminology, and safety precautions
- ✓Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
- ✓Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, overnights, and weekends as needed
- ✓Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, climbing, or balancing
- ✓Must be able to work with tools, materials, and equipment daily as part of routine maintenance and repair tasks
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The Maintenance Technician will perform routine maintenance and repair procedures, including inspections, across AutoNation facilities within the Dallas–Fort Worth Market area. The Maintenance Technician will also perform a variety of skilled duties in the building trades such as carpentry, painting, minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other related crafts to maintain and repair facilities. This position also includes oversight of vendor work to ensure repairs are completed with quality and timeliness.
Who Would I Interact With?
In this role, you will partner directly with Store, Regional, and corporate management. You will also represent AutoNation to outside vendors, contractors, and governmental inspectors and officials.
What Are the Day-to-Day Responsibilities?
- •Perform daily inspections of properties and buildings to ensure safe, efficient, and visually consistent operations—including mechanical systems, furniture and fixtures, roofing, landscaping, paint, life safety, and security
- •Perform repairs, maintenance, installations, and construction work in building trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical, minor electrical, roofing, and HVAC
- •Conduct inspections and complete necessary repairs and maintenance required by OEM franchise program guidelines
- •Develop scopes of work for vendor repairs and maintenance, coordinate with store management for timely completion, and perform quality control checks on all completed work
- •Operate light machinery and tools as required to perform maintenance and repair duties
- •Serve as the primary first responder (24/7) for emergency situations at assigned stores and facilities, including mechanical failures, environmental hazards, and natural disasters
- •Input, manage, and close work orders through the AutoNation digital work order system, including uploading photos and documentation of completed work
What Are the
Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You
- •Competitive compensation and 401k matching
- •Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
- •Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
- •Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
- •Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.
AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.