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Your Road To Automotive Career Success

Orange County

Step 1.

Connect with California Dealerships:

Sign up to receive important updates and local dealership opportunities.

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Step 2.

Explore WHICH DEALERSHIP CAREER FITS YOU!

85% of technicians recommend their career, but our industry offers many other excellent careers! Check out which position might be right for you! With abundant opportunities and competitive, high paying salaries, there has never been a better time to join the industry!

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    Parts Concierge

    Goal:

    I want to help you find what you need to keep your car in perfect shape!

    Personality Type: SCOUT

    I enjoy learning how things work, love searching for the right solutions, and thrive when helping others get exactly what they need.

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    Automotive Technician

    Goal:

    Keep vehicles running smoothly so people reach their destinations safely.

    Personality Type: DOER

    I love diving into challenges, finding solutions to problems, and working hands-on to keep vehicles moving efficiently and safely.

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    F & I

    Goal:

    I want to help customers get the money they need to buy the car of their dreams.

    Personality Type: LIASON

    I am a problem solver who enjoys finding answers to financing and valuation questions. I do not mind some math to help customers get the resources they need:

  • Two men inspecting a car engine inside a garage, with one wearing a black hoodie and the other in a blue jacket, under the open hood of a vehicle.

    Service Advisor

    Goal:

    I want to bring the gap between customers and technicians, ensuring our service meets customer expectations.

    Personality Type: COMMUNICATOR

    You enjoy helping people understand what their vehicle needs, explaining services clearly, and ensuring customers are satisfied.

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    Sales

    Goal:

    I want to help customers find the perfect vehicle to fit their lifestyle, budget, and driving needs.

    Personality Type: PERSUADER

    You thrive on interacting with people, understanding their needs, and helping them make one of their biggest purchasing decisions

Step 3:

Choose Your Path

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JUMPSTART YOUR AUTOMOTIVE CAREER WITH CALifornia’s NEW Automotive Technician APPRENTICESHIP Program.

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Start exploring local automotive colleges and education programs.

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