Mechanic

Commercial Tire•Tri Cities, WA

About The Position

The Mechanic inspects and tests vehicles and performs preventive maintenance and repairs, including tire rotations and changes, wheel balancing, alignments, oil changes, filter replacement, and fluid exchanges. The role identifies vehicle issues, documents inspection findings, communicates recommended repairs to the front counter, and services customer vehicles according to Commercial Tire guidelines. The position is full-time, hourly, and eligible for monthly bonuses. The Mechanic also maintains shop equipment and follows safety, operational, and audit requirements. The role may include quoting repairs, recommending products and services, initiating and tracking parts purchase orders and returns, assisting with phones and front-counter duties, and completing required training and maintaining certifications. The work involves frequent physical activity and exposure to typical shop conditions and requires use of protective gear.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Three to five years of related experience and/or technical training.
ASE A4 and A5 certifications.
ASE A7 – Heat and Air Systems or 609 AC; 609 AC certification is required for air-conditioning service repair.
Ability to perform the position’s essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
ASE A6 – Electrical Systems.
ASE A7 – Heat and Air Systems or 609 AC certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect vehicles and communicate potentially needed repairs to the front counter.
Use vehicle inspection reports to recommend needed repairs or services and complete the reports properly.
Perform vehicle alignments according to manufacturer specifications.
Maintain shop equipment and follow safety practices.
Diagnose mechanical issues and perform installation and repairs involving brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, and related systems.
Service customer vehicles according to Commercial Tire guidelines.
Recommend products and services and quote repairs as needed.
Initiate purchase orders for parts when needed and support and track purchasing and returns.
Complete required training within one year and maintain certifications.
Follow company safety and operational standards and meet audit requirements.
Assist with phones, front-counter duties, and other assigned tasks.
Use required protective gear (PPE).