General Service Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service • San Jose, CA

20d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The General Service Technician is an entry-level, hands-on role supporting an automotive service store. The technician performs essential vehicle maintenance services and inspections, helps keep the shop and customer areas clean and organized, and learns foundational automotive skills from experienced technicians, service advisors, and store leaders. The role is intended for someone who is mechanically inclined, dependable, safety-focused, and eager to learn and develop a career in automotive service.

The position is with Bruce's Tire & Auto Service, part of the Sun Auto Network. The listed location is Old Bayshore, and the pay range is $20–$23 per hour. The role offers paid training and hands-on development, benefits, paid time off, employee discounts, and opportunities to advance into technical, service, or field roles.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong interest or desire to work in the automotive repair industry.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic automotive maintenance and repair processes.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and store processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and store leaders.
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational or technical training school.
• General knowledge of under-hood, mechanical, and undercarriage assemblies.
• Previous shop, lube technician, tire technician, mechanical, customer service, or other hands-on work experience.
• State Inspector License in applicable locations, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire if required by the store.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings through the proper store channels.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections, where applicable, ethically and in accordance with company and state guidelines under appropriate supervision.
• Keep customer vehicles, the shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas clean and customer-ready.
• Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies using company or customer vehicles as directed.
• Follow safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training and development.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and complete other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and company policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $20–$23.
• Paid training and hands-on development.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts.
• Career advancement opportunities, including growth toward Junior Automotive Technician, Automotive Technician, Senior Automotive Technician, Lead Automotive Technician, Service Associate, and other field roles.

What This Job Offers

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