Experienced European Automotive Technician/Mechanic
About The Position
Porsche Seattle North, part of Swickard Auto Group, is seeking an experienced European automotive technician to service Porsche vehicles in Seattle, Washington. The role is intended for technicians with diagnostic experience on brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, or MINI. Technicians will begin with maintenance and repair work and develop toward complex electrical and drivetrain repairs. Paid Porsche factory training is provided from day one, including training with PIWIS alongside existing OEM diagnostic tools. Porsche experience or certification is not required to start. The position offers a route to Bronze certification and subsequent certification tiers, with potential progression into shop foreman or service management roles. Compensation is $35–$55+ per hour flat rate, depending on experience and diagnostic depth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance and supplemental coverage options, paid time off, paid holidays, and employee vehicle purchase and service discounts.
Requirements
- Experienced technician on a European brand such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, MINI, or a comparable platform.
- Familiarity with European OEM diagnostic tools such as XENTRY, ISTA, ODIS, or VIDA.
- Strong diagnostic foundation, including electrical and network faults, and a low comeback rate.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Nice To Haves
- ASE certifications are a plus.
- Porsche experience or certification is not required; paid factory training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Apply European-brand diagnostic experience to Porsche maintenance and repairs, developing toward complex electrical and drivetrain work.
- Participate in paid Porsche factory training and use PIWIS alongside other OEM diagnostic tools.
- Inspect vehicles and provide service advisors with a clear, accurate repair path.
- Repair vehicles to Porsche specifications and ensure quality on each job.
- Record findings and work performed on repair orders.
- Test-drive vehicles to verify repairs before returning them.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and supplemental coverage options.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts.
- Paid Porsche factory training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
