MK taxi fleet vehicles prior to maintenance

Interior view of the Juso maintenance facility

MK Auto (MK Corporation, headquarters: Minami-ku, Kyoto City; President: Hiroshi Maekawa), the vehicle maintenance division of the MK Taxi Group, has launched new graduate recruitment for high school students expected to graduate in March 2027, starting in July 2026. Applications are also now open for 'workplace experience sessions' held from July to August, allowing participants to experience the actual work of automotive technicians firsthand. The company welcomes high school students from all academic backgrounds—arts or sciences—who are interested in cars or want to acquire lifelong technical skills.

Four Advantages of Working at MK Auto: From Beginner to Professional Technician

EV maintenance in progress

Bodywork and painting operations

Unmatched Practical Experience:

Due to the daily operation of diverse MK Taxi Group commercial vehicles, technicians engage in a wide range of fault diagnostics and repairs rarely encountered at typical repair shops, enabling rapid skill development.

Flexible Career Paths:

As a certified maintenance facility, MK Auto handles inspections, legal checks, bodywork, and painting comprehensively. Employees can specialize in 'maintenance,' 'bodywork,' or 'painting' based on their aptitude and interests.

Comprehensive Training System:

From the basics of tools and their usage, experienced technicians with national qualifications provide one-on-one, step-by-step guidance. Even those with zero prior knowledge can start confidently.

Investment in a Comfortable Work Environment:

To ensure technicians can work safely and comfortably long-term, the company has actively improved workplace conditions, including a recent investment of approximately 30 million yen in large-scale air conditioning systems.

Background

Nationwide shortages of automotive technicians have made youth recruitment and training a major challenge in the industry. At the same time, many high school students believe that becoming a technician requires attending automotive or industrial schools or having prior automotive knowledge, creating barriers to entry.

However, due to the nationwide technician shortage, many companies are now actively recruiting and training inexperienced candidates, significantly changing the landscape for aspiring automotive technicians.

MK Auto also recruits high school graduates regardless of prior automotive knowledge or experience. After joining, new hires follow a structured training program that starts from the basics of tool usage and vehicle maintenance, enabling a smooth and confident start to their technician careers.

Additionally, workplace experience sessions are available for high school students considering their career paths. Participants can tour actual work areas and equipment and interact with current technicians to learn about job responsibilities and workplace culture. These sessions are designed to be accessible and reassuring even for those who have never seen technician work or are unsure if they can succeed.

Recruitment Overview and Workplace Experience Sessions

MK Auto, the vehicle division of MK Corporation, is currently recruiting high school graduates for 2027 entry.

Positions:

Automotive Maintenance, Bodywork, and Painting

Eligibility:

High school students expected to graduate in March 2027

Recruitment Start:

July 2026

Application Requirements:

No prior automotive knowledge or maintenance experience required

Workplace Experience:

Currently accepting applications

Placement:

Determined based on individual aptitude and preferences

For Students and Families Interested in MK Auto

Those interested in workplace experience sessions or applying (selection begins in September) should consult their school’s career guidance counselor and proceed with applications and reservations.

▼ Information on Recruitment and Workplace Experience for High School Students

MK Auto Recruitment

About MK Auto

Exterior view of MK Auto facility

MK Auto is responsible for vehicle maintenance within the MK Group. The company provides vehicle inspections, routine maintenance, bodywork, painting, and vehicle outfitting services, primarily for taxis and hire cars, but also for general vehicles.

As a key maintenance hub supporting the safe operation of MK Taxis, the company handles everything from daily inspections to legal checks and mandatory inspections, ensuring high maintenance quality and rapid response to support overall group operations.

The company is also investing in next-generation vehicles such as EVs (electric vehicles) and technician training, promoting the development of safe and comfortable maintenance facilities through equipment upgrades and workplace improvements.

Services: Inspection and maintenance, legal inspections, general maintenance, bodywork and painting, vehicle outfitting, vehicle management

Business Hours: 9:00–18:00

▼ Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Reservations and Inquiries

Phone: 075-681-2453

Official Website Inspection Reservation Form: https://mkseibi.jp/form2/

Recruitment Information: https://mkseibi.jp/

For inquiries about facility tours and recruitment, please visit the MK Auto recruitment website.

MK Auto Official Website Reservation Page

About the MK Group

The MK Group operates the heart-marked MK Taxi across nine cities nationwide, along with hire cars, sightseeing buses, fleet management, rental cars, gas stations, and amusement facilities. Renowned for high-quality customer service and premium vehicles, the group is evaluated both domestically and internationally. It is managed through three divisions: MK Holdings Group, MK Western Japan Group, and Tokyo MK Corporation.

The MK Holdings Group, led by MK Holdings Corporation as the holding company, includes MK Corporation, Shiga MK Corporation, Nagoya MK Corporation, Sapporo MK Corporation, MK Petroleum Corporation, and MK Sightseeing Bus Corporation. The MK Western Japan Group consists of Osaka MK Corporation, Kobe MK Corporation, Kansai Airport MK Corporation, Fukuoka MK Corporation, and Okinawa MK Corporation.

Company Name: MK Corporation

Headquarters: 63-1 Nishikujō-Higashishimacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto City, 601-8432

Representative: President Hiroshi Maekawa

Business: Taxis, hire cars, travel, maintenance, amusement

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