Automotive Technician

CarShop US-Penske Automotive Group•West Vincent Township, PA

9d•$50,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

CarShop Chester Springs is hiring an Automotive Technician for a busy, high-performing shop with consistent repair volume. The role offers flat-rate opportunities, technician-friendly labor times, quarterly incentives, and stated earning potential of $50,000–$100,000+ annually, based on experience and efficiency. A sign-on bonus of up to $6,000 is available based on experience. CarShop is part of Penske Automotive Group and describes opportunities for training, career growth, and advancement. The technician diagnoses, tests, and repairs a wide variety of domestic and import vehicle systems, carrying out repair orders accurately and efficiently according to dealer and manufacturer standards. The position also involves communicating diagnoses and repair needs to service advisors and customers, estimating labor and time for additional repairs, road-testing vehicles, and maintaining a clean and organized shop. The role is primarily based in an automotive shop. Work may involve heat, cold, loud noise, hazardous or flammable materials, and safety hazards associated with vehicles, machinery, and equipment. The position requires prolonged standing, lifting and carrying with assistance devices as needed, and regular physical activity including pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grasping, and walking. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two to five years of experience is stated as required in the role qualifications.
Strong work ethic; reliable and dependable.
Proven track record of achieving or exceeding performance goals as an Automotive Technician or Mechanic.
Working knowledge of shop equipment, including diagnostic tools, alignment systems, wheel and tire equipment, and A/C equipment.
Strong communication and customer service skills, including the ability to listen to customers and determine how to assist them.
Ability to work well in a team environment; flexible and focused on customer service.
Commitment to producing quality work the first time and strong attention to detail.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn and stay current with changing automotive technology.
Ability to use technical references and manuals in written and online formats and explain technical terms to a non-technical audience.
Effective time management and ability to prioritize.
Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment background, drug, and Motor Vehicle Record checks.
Ability to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours as required.
Ability to perform the stated physical demands and work safely with hazardous or flammable materials, vehicles, machinery, or equipment.

Nice To Haves

ASE certification.
State and Emissions License.
Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, with two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, and air conditioning systems to specification.
Work on a wide variety of domestic and import vehicles, not just warranty repairs.
Perform repair-order work efficiently and accurately in accordance with dealer and manufacturer standards.
Complete automotive troubleshooting and testing.
Propose practical, cost-effective solutions to problems and process improvements.
Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs clearly to service advisors and customers.
Provide labor and time estimates for additional repairs.
Ensure vehicles are repaired accurately and kept clean; road-test vehicles to verify repair quality.
Maintain a clean and organized shop environment.
Follow processes that support quality and safety.