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. The role serves as a technical resource for the store, supports quality control on high-risk work and comebacks, and works with Store Managers and Service Advisors to communicate repair recommendations and expected outcomes. The position is suited to an experienced technician who can diagnose independently, take pride in repair quality, solve difficult problems, and mentor others. Senior Automotive Technicians build advanced diagnostic expertise and support repair quality, with experience that can lead to opportunities such as Lead Automotive Technician, technical training, or field leadership.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of automotive technician experience diagnosing and repairing 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 in applicable locations, or ability to obtain and maintain one as required by the store.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
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 the 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 with 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 with road tests, relearns or resets, and safety-critical checks to help prevent repeat failures.
- Support quality control by verifying repairs and identifying process gaps that contribute to comebacks.
- Explain repair options, priorities, risks, and expected outcomes to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
- Help explain complex vehicle issues to customers.
- Mentor and coach technicians and share 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
