Senior Automotive Technician
About The Position
The Senior Automotive Technician performs advanced diagnosis and complex mechanical and electrical repairs in accordance with manufacturer and company standards and MAP guidelines. This experienced technician serves as a technical resource for the store, supports quality control on high-risk repairs and comebacks, and works with Store Managers and Service Advisors to communicate repair recommendations and expected outcomes. The role also includes mentoring other technicians and supporting quality, safety, and customer confidence. The position is based in Sachse, Texas, and is full-time. Pay is $30.00–$45.00 per hour at flag rate, depending on experience and certifications. The work takes place in an automotive shop with exposure to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. Physical requirements include standing up to eight hours a day, walking, regularly bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently. Safety goggles or other PPE may be required. Sun Auto Tire & Service describes itself as a growing family of automotive service and tire brands focused on helping customers stay safely on the road. The company highlights a values-driven culture, belonging, quality work, learning, career development, consistent support, and clear communication. This role can support growth toward Lead Automotive Technician, technical training, or field leadership opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems, including the ability to handle complex repairs independently.
- Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information, including the ability to create and follow a structured test plan.
- ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency, and commitment to ongoing training.
- Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
- State Inspector License where applicable, or ability to obtain and maintain one as required by the store.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk around the building.
- Ability to regularly bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch, with full range of motion in arms and hands.
- Ability to lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
- Ability to communicate with customers, service advisors, managers, and shop teammates.
- Vision sufficient to detect color and depth and to refocus; use safety goggles or other PPE as required.
Nice To Haves
- ASE Master Technician certification or multiple ASE A-series certifications.
- L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist certification.
- Experience with advanced drivability and electrical diagnosis and interpreting scan data, including freeze-frame and live data.
- Experience performing quality checks, comeback support, dispatch support, or other advanced repair services.
- Leadership or mentoring experience and ability to coach others on standard work and diagnostic best practices.
- High school diploma, equivalent, technical school, or vocational training.
Responsibilities
- Perform Digital Vehicle and Multi-Point Inspections, recording accurate measurements, notes, photos, and prioritized safety findings.
- Lead diagnosis of complex mechanical, electrical, drivability, intermittent, and comeback concerns using scan tools, meters, and systematic testing.
- Complete advanced electrical, drivability, and major mechanical repairs to manufacturer and company standards.
- Validate repairs through road tests, relearns or resets, and safety-critical checks to help prevent repeat failures.
- Verify repairs and identify process gaps that contribute to comebacks.
- Communicate repair options, priorities, risks, and expected outcomes to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
- Help explain complex vehicle issues to customers.
- Mentor and coach technicians by sharing diagnostic and repair best practices.
- Model safe work practices, use required PPE, maintain tools and equipment, and follow company policies and shop procedures.
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 Lead Technician and technical leadership roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
