Experienced Automotive Technician / Mechanic

BIG O TIRES - SAFFORD/SHOW LOW•Safford, AZ

3h•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Big O Tires in Safford, Arizona, is hiring an experienced, full-service automotive technician to independently diagnose and repair domestic and import vehicles across all major systems. The technician handles each job from the customer’s initial concern through diagnosis and repair to final verification. The location offers benefits, profit-sharing bonuses, paid time off, and a family-oriented work environment. This independently owned and operated franchise handles its own applications and hiring decisions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on diagnostic and repair experience in a professional automotive repair shop or dealership.
Ability to use scan tools, diagnostic equipment, two-post lifts, and common shop machinery.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to work.
Ability to use technical service materials and learn new diagnostic and repair procedures.
Ability to perform the physical duties of the job, including standing, road-testing vehicles, and lifting up to 75 pounds.
Ability to meet pre-employment requirements, including drug screening, a motor vehicle record review, and a background check.

Nice To Haves

ASE certification.
Knowledge of hybrid and electric vehicles.

Responsibilities

Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems, including check-engine lights, drivability concerns, and intermittent faults, using scan tools, electrical testing equipment, and service information.
Service and repair brakes, steering and suspension, heating and air conditioning, cooling, starting and charging, engines, and transmissions, including engine and transmission removal and replacement.
Diagnose alignment concerns and perform wheel alignments using an alignment machine.
Inspect vehicles for safety, reliability, and performance; document findings on inspection forms or through digital vehicle inspections; explain recommended repairs to the service advisor; and verify repairs resolve customer concerns.
Work accurately and efficiently, move to another job while waiting for parts or customer approval, communicate professionally with the team, and keep the service manager informed of equipment or maintenance issues.
Safely operate and road-test customer vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions.
Keep the work area, tools, and equipment clean, and follow company procedures, shop checklists, and personal protective equipment requirements.