Remote Vehicle Diagnostics Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Fully remote

Training access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Automotive Diagnostic Specialist to join a remote support team, preferably from Queenstown or any location. You will perform advanced remote diagnostics, interpret DTCs and CAN bus data, and provide actionable reports to technicians via digital platforms.

The role requires 5+ years as an automotive technician in diagnostics, proficiency with OEM/aftermarket scan tools, and strong communication for virtual collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as automotive technician with diagnostics.
• Experience using OEM and aftermarket scan tools.
• Strong communication for remote collaboration.
• ASE L1 certification or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth remote diagnosis of complex vehicle malfunctions using diagnostic software and data analysis.
• Interpret diagnostic trouble codes, sensor data, and CAN bus information to identify root causes.
• Provide clear, concise diagnostic reports and repair recommendations to field technicians via digital platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering and tech support to resolve challenging diagnostic problems.
• Maintain and update the knowledge base with new diagnostic procedures and solutions.
• Stay updated on emerging automotive technologies and diagnostic methodologies.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Data analysis

CAN bus

Electrical systems

Remote collaboration

Education

ASE L1 Certification

Tools

Scan tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Automotive Diagnostic Specialist to join a remote support team, preferably from Queenstown or any location. You will perform advanced remote diagnostics, interpret DTCs and CAN bus data, and provide actionable reports to technicians via digital platforms.

The role requires 5+ years as an automotive technician in diagnostics, proficiency with OEM/aftermarket scan tools, and strong communication for virtual collaboration.