Junior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service•Warrenton, MO

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 and leadership roles. The work is performed in an automotive shop environment that may include moderate to loud noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and extreme heat or cold. The technician must be able to stand for up to eight hours per day, walk around the facility, regularly bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch, and lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently. Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and refocus is required; safety goggles and other PPE are used as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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 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.
Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk around the building; regularly bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; and lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and 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 according 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 them, 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 concerns, code retrieval, and scan data; escalate complex driveability, electrical, intermittent, 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 by policy or experience level.
Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections in applicable locations, following company and state guidelines ethically.
Communicate findings, needed approvals, 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 duties as assigned.
Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.