Junior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service • Murray, KY

9d • $20 - $27

About The Position

The Junior Automotive Technician performs vehicle inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs while developing diagnostic skills with guidance from experienced technicians. The role is suited to candidates with automotive training, hands-on shop experience, or strong mechanical aptitude who are ready to progress beyond basic maintenance. The position offers hands-on coaching, paid training, and opportunities to advance into more senior technical or leadership roles.

The work is performed in an automotive shop and includes exposure to moderate or loud noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, regularly bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching, and lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently. Safety goggles or other personal protective equipment may be required.

This is a full-time position paying $20–$27 per hour, consisting of hourly pay plus a flag rate. The schedule is flexible and may include weekends as needed.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of automotive experience in a shop environment, or equivalent technical training, performing maintenance and basic repairs.
• Ability to follow written procedures, torque specifications, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help, accept coaching, and escalate concerns when appropriate.
• Basic proficiency with shop technology, including digital or multi-point vehicle inspection tools, scan tools for code retrieval, and computerized documentation systems.
• Ability to 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 where applicable, 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.
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk to access areas of the building.
• Ability to regularly bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch, 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.
• Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and to refocus; ability to use safety goggles or other PPE as required.
• Ability to communicate with customers, service advisors, managers, and shop teammates.

Nice To Haves

• Technical or vocational school training.
• ASE certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Brake service and/or alignment experience, where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-point and digital vehicle inspections, accurately documenting findings, measurements, and photos to company standards.
• Complete maintenance and entry-level repairs, including oil and fluid services, filters, batteries, tires, brakes, and basic cooling, starting, and charging services.
• Mount and dismount tires, balance and rotate tires, replace steering and suspension wear items, and perform fluid flushes with appropriate oversight.
• Perform basic diagnostics with guidance, including noise and vibration, brakes, starting and charging, code retrieval, and scan data; escalate complex or safety-critical concerns to a senior or lead technician.
• Follow repair procedures, including torque specifications, bleed procedures, and post-repair checks, and request verification when required.
• Conduct state safety and emissions inspections in applicable locations in accordance with company and state guidelines.
• Communicate findings, approval needs, and repair status to Store Managers and Service Advisors, and document recommendations in customer records.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; properly use and care for tools, equipment, and vehicles; follow safety, PPE, environmental, and hazardous-waste requirements; and report hazards or equipment concerns.
• Collaborate with the team, accept coaching, participate in ongoing training, and complete other duties as assigned.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

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 Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, Lead Technician, and other technical leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

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