Senior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service • Novato, CA

23d • $70,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

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 repairs and comebacks, and works with Store Managers and Service Advisors to communicate repair recommendations and expected outcomes. The technician also mentors other technicians and helps uphold safe, high-quality shop practices.

This position is with Toscalito Tire and Service, part of the Sun Auto Network. The role is based in Novato, California, is full-time, and offers a pay range of $70,000–$105,000. The shop environment may include noise, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and temperature extremes. The position involves standing and walking, regular bending and kneeling, and lifting or moving items weighing up to 70 pounds frequently.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repairs 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, with 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 of age.
• Ability to communicate with customers, service advisors, managers, and shop teammates.
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk to access different areas of the building.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly, 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.
• 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, including coaching others on standard work and diagnostic best practices.
• High school diploma, equivalent, technical school, or vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough 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 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 issues to customers to build trust and confidence.
• Mentor and coach other technicians, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed