Automotive Senior Technician
About The Position
The Senior Technician uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and applies leadership and mentoring skills to help drive a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction. The position diagnoses and repairs automotive systems to specifications, explains technical diagnoses and necessary repairs to non-mechanical individuals, and helps train other technicians. Technicians stay current with changing automotive technology through paid formal training and are required to obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment. The company pays test and registration fees regardless of results, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed. Compensation is listed at $25.30–$42.65. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate model, with earnings dependent on available work, productivity, and experience; rates may vary by region. The employer states that compensation meets or exceeds applicable minimum-wage requirements.
Requirements
- Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
- Demonstrated skill in brake and hydraulic systems and/or steering, suspension, and alignments.
- Skill in general automotive maintenance and tire repair.
- Hold current federal, state, and local certifications or licenses where applicable.
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
- Reading, writing, and math skills.
Nice To Haves
- Three years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills via third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
- ASE certification in at least one of A1–A8; L1 certification is acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
- Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals.
- Keep current with changing automotive technology through continuous paid formal training.
- Assist and train technicians and mechanics in technical activities.
- Obtain or maintain ASE certifications in at least three areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On-demand daily pay program.
- Sign-on bonus of $1,000 at 30 days and $1,000 at 90 days.
- Performance incentives.
- Formal training and regular mentorship.
- Professional development and opportunities to grow.
- Community involvement and corporate social responsibility activities.
- Supportive onboarding experience.
- Inclusive and engaging work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
