Diepholz Careers Charleston & Paris IL

Are you an experienced automotive technician or salesman looking for car dealership jobs in Illinois? If so, we welcome you to apply to open positions at our car dealerships in Charleston, IL, and Paris, IL. Whether you want to grow your skills or become part of a rewarding team, connect with us to apply for an automotive career online. We have several key positions available, so feel free to reach out to the Diepholz Auto Group team to learn more about auto technician jobs in Illinois.

Benefits of Working at Diepholz Auto in Charleston & Paris, IL

While there are many reasons to work at our Illinois car dealers, our main goal is to provide the best work environment for you to succeed. With over 33 years in business and thousands of satisfied customers, we want you to be part of our ever-growing team of 150+ automotive experts. To find entry-level auto mechanic jobs nearby, reach out to our Paris auto service center. You'll receive on-the-spot training to hone your skills working with Ford repairs and Chrysler maintenance. We aim to create a rewarding job experience for everyone, because our employees are what make us the dealership we are.

Why Work for Diepholz

Our Commitment to Excellence: Diepholz Auto Groups commitment to excellence starts with our employees. Our reputation speaks for itself. We pride our business on respect, truth, honesty, customer service, and the best experience possible. Our dealership follows a strict set of training, facility, and process requirements- all designed to put the customer first. In fact, our manufacturers provide specialized computer training to help prepare you to meet the needs of the customer in every way. In addition, our management team is here to help develop your skills using their extensive experience in sales and customer knowledge.

Extremely competitive pay plan. UNLIMITED earning potential, full benefits package, and vacation plan.

5 day work week, revolving saturdays off, NO SUNDAYS. Paid training in a state of the art facility and software.

FCA / GM training, ASE training. The latest in tools and equipment.

Join us in our journey to excellence by visiting our Diepholz Auto Group careers page online to see if there's an opportunity for you. We look forward to hearing about your experience and hopefully having you join our team. When you want to find car dealership jobs in Illinois, apply with us!

Job Openings

Sales and Leasing Consultant

We are looking for Sales and Leasing Consultants that have a passion for taking care of customers car buying needs. Consultants must have a passion for customer service, maintain a professional appearance, and be aligned to our commitment to excellence.

Duties Include:
  • Spend time with customers to determine their needs and discuss vehicle options
  • ‪Sales Representatives commit to becoming an auto sales expert and gain in-depth knowledge of vehicles and technology
  • Greets customers and assists them to identify their wants and needs in their next vehicle
  • Have great customer service and communication skills for business development.
  • ‪Complete quotes and explain financing/leasing options for New and Used vehicles
  • ‪Support on-line customers by setting appointments
  • ‪Follow up with existing customers to confirm their satisfaction and generate leads 
Requirements:
  • Professional, career minded individual
  • Strong computer and phone skills are a must
  • Outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships
  • Excellent appearance, verbal/written communication, strong negotiation and presentation skills
  • Must possess the ability to ask for the sale and follow through
  • Maintain an enthusiastic, high-energy personality throughout the workday
  • ‪Outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships (i.e., a "people person")
  • Must be passionate about servicing the needs of our guests.
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Chrysler Level 3 Technician

Diepholz Auto Group is searching for talented Senior Automotive Technicians to fulfil our Chrysler service center. Applicants must be able to accurately & thoroughly perform diagnostics and repairs for all Chrysler makes and models.

Duties Include:

  • Performs work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
  • Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repair.
  • Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
  • Communicates with Service Manager and Service Advisors to complete the job in a timely manner​
  • Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
  • Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
  • Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
  • Road tests vehicles when required.
Requirements:
  • 1+ years experience and hold a valid driver's license
  • Must have experience which can include basic inspection, oil changes, basic maintenance and minor repair work
  • Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in standardized tasks with multiple variables
  • Must be passionate about servicing the needs of our guests.
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Service Technician

Diepholz Auto is searching for talented Automotive Technicians. Applicants must be able to accurately & thoroughly perform diagnostics and repairs.

Duties Include:
  • Performs work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
  • Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repair.
  • Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
  • Communicates with Service Manager and Service Advisors to complete the job in a timely manner​
  • Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
  • Communicates with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
  • Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
  • Road tests vehicles when required.
Requirements:
  • 1+ years experience and hold a valid driver's license
  • Must have experience which can include basic inspection, oil changes, basic maintenance and minor repair work
  • Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in standardized tasks with multiple variables
  • Must be passionate about servicing the needs of our guests.
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GM Entry Level Technician

We are looking for driven individuals to join our ever increasing certified service center. Entry Technicians must perform duties as outlined on order form and complete them accurately in a timely manner.

Duties Include:
  • Performs work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
  • Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repair.
  • Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
  • Communicates with Service Manager and Service Advisors to complete the job in a timely manner.
Requirements:
  • 2+ years experience and hold a valid driver's license.
  • Must have experience which can include basic inspection, oil changes, basic maintenance and minor repair work
  • Safe working knowledge of shop tools and equipment
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in standardized tasks with multiple variables
  • Must be passionate about servicing the needs of our guests.
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Lube Technician

Diepholz Auto Group is searching for talented lube technicians that can accurately service and inspect vehicles in a timely manner. Applicants must be able to deal with standard situations with few varibles.

Duties Include:
  • Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
  • Drains oil from crankcase and refills with required amount of oil.
  • Replaces oil and air filters.
  • Inspects vehicle fluid levels, replaces or replenishes as necessary.
  • ​Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.
  • Properly secure and torque lug nuts after tire rotations.
  • Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
  • Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Documents all work performed on the repair order.
Requirements:
  • No prior experience or training.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
  • Must be passionate about servicing the needs of our guests.
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General Application

Don't see a position that suits you? Still Apply! We are always searching for career-driven individuals to join our team! Diepholz Auto Group offers 10 automotive brands represented by 150+ employees in 3 separate locations located in central Illinois. Our commitment to excellence starts with our employees. We take pride in our work by treating our customers and co workers with respect, honesty, and complete transparency.

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  1. Diepholz Auto

    631 W Lincoln Ave
    Charleston, IL 61920

    • Sales: (217) 348-0141
  2. Diepholz Auto Group of Paris, Inc.

    15126 US Highway 150
    Paris, IL 61944-6615

    • Sales: (217) 861-4433
  3. Diepholz Auto Charleston

    631 W Lincoln Ave
    Charleston, IL 61920

    • Sales: (217) 348-0141
  4. Diepholz Auto Paris

    15200 Us Highway 150
    PARIS, IL 61944

    • Sales: (217) 465-8521
  5. Northside Ford Lincoln

    1312 N. Keller Drive
    Effingham, IL 62401

    • Sales: (217) 342-3929
  6. Northside Ford Lincoln

    1312 N. Keller Drive
    Effingham, IL 62401

    • Sales: (217) 342-3929
  7. Northside Ford Lincoln

    1312 N Keller Dr
    Effingham, IL 62401

    • Sales: (217) 348-0141
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Get in Touch

  • Contact our Sales Department at: (217) 348-0141
  • Monday8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Tuesday8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Wednesday8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Thursday8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Friday8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Saturday8:30AM - 3:00PM
  • SundayClosed