Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service•Glendale, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Sun Devil Auto, part of Sun Auto Tire & Service, is hiring an Automotive Technician in Glendale, Arizona. The role diagnoses and repairs customer vehicles according to manufacturer and company standards. Technicians perform digital and multi-point inspections, diagnose routine to intermediate concerns, complete common maintenance and mechanical repairs, verify repair quality, and collaborate with service advisors, store managers, and other technicians to provide accurate, timely service. The position offers a pay range of $36,000–$120,000 depending on experience, with bonus or commission opportunities. Sun Auto describes a values-driven culture focused on belonging, quality work, training, communication, and career development. This role can lead toward Senior Technician, Lead Technician, technical training, or other field leadership opportunities. The work takes place in an automotive shop, with exposure to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. The role requires standing and walking, regular bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching, and lifting up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least 2 years of automotive technician experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training, performing maintenance and mechanical repairs.
Ability to use diagnostic equipment, including scan tools and meters, and computerized systems for documentation and repair information.
ASE certifications, or willingness and ability to obtain certifications appropriate to assigned work; demonstrated competency to diagnose and repair independently is required.
Experience addressing basic driveability concerns and completing common mechanical repairs.
Ability to follow repair procedures, torque specifications, safety standards, and company documentation expectations.
Possess and use the basic tools required to perform the role successfully.
Valid driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire if required by the store.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational school training.
Additional ASE certifications, alignment experience, and/or state inspection credentials, where applicable.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Perform Digital and Multi-Point Inspections independently and document findings, measurements, notes, and photos to company standards.
Diagnose routine to intermediate concerns using scan tools, service information, and basic electrical and mechanical testing.
Complete common maintenance and mechanical repairs, including brakes, steering and suspension, cooling, starting and charging, engine performance, and basic driveability work.
Verify repairs through required checks, including torque, fluid levels, bleed procedures, post-repair validation, and road tests.
Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable, ethically and according to company and state guidelines, when properly licensed or under required supervision.
Recommend needed services and document them clearly in customer records.
Communicate findings, parts and tool needs, and job status with Service Advisors, Store Managers, GSTs, and fellow technicians.
Follow safety, PPE, environmental, and hazardous-waste procedures; keep customer vehicles, tools, and work areas clean; and report hazards or equipment concerns.
Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and follow Sun Auto's core values and company policies.