Automotive Service Technician - Lone Star Chevrolet

Sonic Automotive•Houston, TX
•$25 - $60

About The Position

The Automotive Service Technician performs vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned, in accordance with dealer and factory standards. The role includes inspecting vehicles, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic issues, completing repairs, and verifying repair quality through test drives and system checks. Technicians also perform routine maintenance, identify safety concerns and additional service needs, coordinate with the service advisor and parts department, and save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests. Compensation is flat-rate at $25.00–$60.00 per hour, or an annual equivalent of $40,000–$200,000, based on experience, certifications, and skill level. A tenure bonus begins after six months: technicians can earn up to $3.50 per flat-rate hour turned, with the bonus increasing with tenure and paid annually. The position is full-time. Sundays are always off, and Saturday availability is required. Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins at hire; medical coverage becomes premium-free after 12 months of service.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician.
  • Previous dealership experience.
  • Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
  • Authorization to work in the USA.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment testing, including background checks, MVR, and drug testing, and to provide a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous Chevrolet repair experience.
  • GM certifications.
  • ASE certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect vehicles thoroughly to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
  • Perform repairs based on diagnosed issues, including work on engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and HVAC systems.
  • Test-drive vehicles to evaluate repairs, check for issues, and verify proper operation after repairs.
  • Replace or repair components such as spark plugs, filters, brake pads, rotors, belts, and hoses.
  • Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and alignment adjustments.
  • Check vehicles for safety concerns and additional service needs, ensuring systems are working correctly for customer safety.
  • Notify and work with the service advisor when additional work is unnecessary or repairs cannot be completed within the promised timeframe.
  • Coordinate with the parts department to obtain required parts.
  • Save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Medical coverage with a $0 monthly premium for technicians after 12 months.
  • Reduced rates for dependent coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off that increases with tenure.
  • Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
  • Employee pricing on vehicles, parts, and service.
  • Free and discounted gym membership options.
  • Travel discounts on hotels, flights, and rentals.
  • OEM certification and paid manufacturer training opportunities.
  • Career growth within a Fortune 500 company.
  • Tenure bonus eligibility begins after 6 months.
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