Automotive Technician A
About The Position
The Automotive Technician A position uses technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, perform automotive repairs, and help lead and mentor a team to improve customer care and satisfaction. Technicians are paid under a performance-based flat-rate compensation model, with the stated regional earning range of $25.13–$54.24; actual earnings may vary based on available work, productivity, and experience. Pay meets or exceeds applicable minimum-wage requirements. The role involves diagnosing and repairing a range of automotive systems, communicating technical diagnoses and necessary repairs to non-mechanical customers, keeping current with automotive technology through paid formal training, and assisting and training other technicians. The role also requires obtaining or maintaining ASE certifications in at least five areas from A1–A8 within the first two years of employment; the company pays test and registration fees, and technicians receive a bonus for each test passed.
Requirements
- Maintain a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
- Demonstrated skill in brake diagnosis and repair.
- Demonstrated skill in alignment, steering, and suspension diagnosis and repair.
- Demonstrated 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
- Strong understanding of electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drivetrain/transmission, or automotive heating and air conditioning.
- Five years of automotive repair experience, demonstrated skills through third-party assessments or certifications, or completion of a Vocational-Technical School Program.
- ASE certification in at least three areas from A1–A8; L1 may count as one, and Brakes and Steering & Suspension ASE certifications are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair brake and hydraulic, exhaust, fuel and ignition, electrical, suspension and alignment, air-conditioning, and computer systems to specifications.
- Explain technical diagnoses and required repairs clearly to people without mechanical expertise.
- Stay 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 five 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 available.
- Professional development and training resources.
- Paid formal training.
- Performance incentives.
- Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
- Supportive onboarding and regular mentorship.
- Corporate social responsibility activities.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
