Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service • Fulton, MO

22d • $27 - $40

About The Position

The Senior Automotive Technician performs advanced diagnosis and complex mechanical and electrical repairs in accordance with manufacturer and company standards and MAP guidelines. The technician serves as a technical resource for the store, supports quality control on high-risk work and comebacks, communicates repair recommendations and expected outcomes to Store Managers and Service Advisors, and helps customers understand complex issues. The role also involves mentoring other technicians and contributing to quality work and safe shop practices.

The position is part of Plaza Tire Service, within the Sun Auto Network. Sun Auto describes itself as a growing family of automotive service and tire brands focused on helping customers stay safely and confidently on the road. The company highlights a values-driven culture, belonging, pride in quality work, learning opportunities, support, communication, and strong teams.

The role offers competitive pay, paid training and hands-on development, medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, employee discounts, and career advancement opportunities. The work takes place in an automotive shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems, including demonstrated ability to handle complex repairs independently.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information, including the ability to create and follow a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency, and commitment to ongoing training.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain and maintain it as required by the store.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk to access various areas of the building.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly, with full range of motion in arms and hands.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Ability to communicate with customers, service advisors, managers, and shop teammates.
• Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and refocus; use safety goggles or other PPE as required.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Master Technician certification or multiple ASE A-series certifications.
• L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist certification.
• Experience with advanced drivability diagnosis, electrical diagnosis, and interpreting scan data, including freeze frame and live data.
• Experience performing quality checks, comeback support, dispatch support, or other advanced repair services.
• Leadership or mentoring experience, including coaching others on standard work and diagnostic best practices.
• High school diploma, equivalent, technical school, or vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough Digital Vehicle and Multi-Point Inspections, documenting accurate measurements, notes, photos, and prioritized safety findings.
• Lead diagnosis of complex mechanical, electrical, drivability, intermittent, and comeback concerns using scan tools, meters, and systematic testing.
• Complete advanced electrical, drivability, and major mechanical repairs to manufacturer and company standards.
• Validate repairs using road tests, relearns/resets, and safety-critical checks to help prevent repeat failures.
• Support quality control by verifying repairs and identifying process gaps that contribute to comebacks.
• Explain repair options, priorities, risks, and expected outcomes to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
• Help explain complex issues to customers to build trust and confidence.
• Mentor and coach other technicians by sharing diagnostic and repair best practices.
• Model safe work practices, use required PPE, maintain tools and equipment, and follow company policies and shop procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, including bonus or commission opportunities.
• Paid training and hands-on development.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts.
• Career advancement opportunities, including growth toward Lead Technician and technical leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed