Heavy Line Automotive Technician - Land Rover Birmingham

Sonic Automotive•Birmingham, AL

7d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Jaguar Land Rover Birmingham, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, is hiring a Heavy Line Automotive Technician. The role focuses on complex mechanical repairs involving engines, transmissions, and drivetrain systems, as well as diagnostics for mechanical and minor electrical concerns. The technician uses factory diagnostic equipment and technical resources, follows manufacturer repair procedures, and completes work efficiently with a high standard of quality and attention to detail. The technician also collaborates with service advisors, other technicians, and management to support a positive customer experience. The posting advertises flat-rate compensation of $35–$50 per hour and mentions production, CSI, longevity, sign-on, and tenure bonuses. It also describes a five-day work week and a heated and air-conditioned shop. Relocation assistance is available, and the company says it will pay to move the technician’s tool box.

Requirements

High CSI performance.
ASE certification or manufacturer training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Manual dexterity and good judgment.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to perform duties and responsibilities safely.
Ability to pass pre-employment testing, including background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and a drug test.
3–5+ years of automotive repair experience is preferred, with a strong background in heavy mechanical repairs.

Nice To Haves

3–5+ years of automotive repair experience, with a strong background in heavy mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

Remove and repair complex mechanical concerns involving engines, transmissions, and drivetrain systems.
Perform major engine repairs, including timing components, cylinder heads, internal engine components, and complete engine replacements.
Perform transmission, transfer case, differential, and driveline repairs and replacements.
Use factory diagnostic equipment and technical resources to identify and resolve vehicle concerns.
Follow manufacturer repair procedures and maintain high standards of workmanship.
Perform diagnostics on mechanical and minor electrical systems.
Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Collaborate with service advisors, technicians, and management to support a positive customer experience.