SER Career Fair at Royal Nov. 13: Auto Tech, Collision and Sales Jobs in Tucson

TUCSON, AZ — If you can turn a wrench, work a parts counter or sell a truck, mark Friday, November 13. SER-Jobs for Progress of Southern Arizona is holding its 7th Annual Career Fair at Royal Buick GMC Cadillac, and the Royal Group is the host, with shop, sales and support jobs on the list.

An after-work career fair on Auto Mall Drive, built for auto techs, collision techs, parts staff and car sales.

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📍 Event at a Glance

Event	SER 7th Annual Career Fair, hosted by Royal Group
Date	Friday, November 13, 2026
Time	Starts 5:30 p.m.
Location	Royal Buick GMC Cadillac, Auto Mall Drive, Tucson (call to confirm the street number)
Organizers	SER-Jobs for Progress of Southern Arizona and Royal Group, listed by Pima County One-Stop
Format	In-person career fair
Questions	Pima County One-Stop, 520-724-7700

🔥 Who Royal Is Recruiting

The listing on the Pima County One-Stop events page names these roles, and it ends with "and more," so expect a few surprises:

Auto and diesel technicians
Body shop and collision technicians
Parts and warranty associates
Vehicle sales representatives
Maintenance technicians
Cashiers
Parts drivers

That spread matters. A dealership group runs on far more than its sales floor. The service drive, the body shop and the parts window all need people, and several of those roles, like cashier and parts driver, are realistic doors in for someone without years of shop experience.

Royal runs several brands across Tucson, including Buick, GMC, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus and MINI, according to its careers page. No headcount or pay has been posted for this fair, so we are not going to guess at either. Technician pay in the trade typically depends on certifications and how flat-rate hours are set, and sales pay usually leans on commission. Ask about both in person.

Why Go to an Evening Fair at a Dealership

Most hiring events in Tucson run on a weekday morning, which is a problem if you already have a job. This one starts at 5:30 on a Friday, after most shifts end. That makes it one of the few events this fall built for people who are working but want something better.

Meeting a service manager where the work actually happens also helps. You can see the bays, ask how work gets dispatched, and get a feel for the shop before you ever fill out an application.

SER-Jobs for Progress is a Tucson nonprofit that offers job training, adult education and placement help. It is the organizer here, with Royal as the host employer.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

Bring printed resumes. List every certification, from ASE and manufacturer training to I-CAR for collision work.
Bring your driver's license. Parts drivers, porters and many sales roles need a clean driving record, and techs often road-test vehicles.
Know what tools you own. Technician candidates get asked. Have a quick answer ready.
Arrive close to 5:30. Evening events thin out fast, and managers have the most time early.
Dress for the role you want. Clean work clothes are fine for the shop. Business casual for sales.

⚠️ What We Couldn't Confirm

The county listing does not post an end time, a registration process or eligibility rules. One event calendar shows the fair running until 7:00 p.m. and lists it as free, but the county has not posted either detail. The street number also differs between listings, so we are giving the venue name only. Call the Pima County One-Stop at 520-724-7700 before you drive over.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the SER career fair at Royal?

Friday, November 13, 2026, starting at 5:30 p.m. The county has not posted an end time.

Where is it held?

At Royal Buick GMC Cadillac on Auto Mall Drive in Tucson. Listings disagree on the street number, so call 520-724-7700 to confirm before you go.

What jobs are available?

Auto and diesel technicians, body shop and collision technicians, parts and warranty associates, vehicle sales representatives, maintenance technicians, cashiers, parts drivers and more.

Do I need to register?

No registration process has been posted. Call the Pima County One-Stop to check before the event.

Do I need experience?

Requirements have not been published. Technician roles usually ask for experience or certifications, while cashier and parts driver roles are more often open to newcomers.

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