Junior Automotive Technician
About The Position
The Junior Automotive Technician performs inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate automotive repairs while developing diagnostic skills with guidance from experienced technicians. This role is suited to someone with automotive training, hands-on shop experience, or strong mechanical aptitude who is ready to advance beyond basic maintenance in a structured shop environment. The technician performs vehicle inspections and maintenance, completes entry-level repairs, conducts basic diagnostics, and escalates complex or safety-critical concerns to senior or lead technicians. The role also requires following repair and safety procedures, documenting findings and recommendations, communicating repair status, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and collaborating with teammates while participating in coaching and ongoing training. The position is based in an automotive shop in Burnet RD., TX, and includes a flexible schedule with 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 Vehicle Inspection/Multi-Point Inspection tools, scan tools for code retrieval, and computerized documentation systems.
- Ability to possess and use 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.
- Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk through 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.
- Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and to refocus; ability to use safety goggles or other required PPE.
- 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, 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, brake, starting and charging, code retrieval, and scan-data checks; escalate complex driveability, electrical, intermittent, or safety-critical concerns.
- Follow repair procedures, including torque specifications, bleed procedures, and post-repair checks, and request verification when required.
- Conduct State Safety and Emission 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, and environmental and hazardous-waste requirements; and report hazards or equipment concerns.
- Collaborate with the team, accept coaching, participate in ongoing training, and complete other assigned duties.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
