Automotive Diagnostic Technician | $40-$50/HR - 1969

Promotive; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks annually

Paid Christmas week off

Paid week off around July 4th

Job summary

Automotive Solution is seeking an Automotive Diagnostic Technician to diagnose drivability issues, program modules, and perform advanced electrical work in a small, independent shop setting.

You will use factory software and premium diagnostic tools to deliver precise repairs, backed by a 40+ year reputation for quality and stability.

Qualifications

• Must have strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to confidently diagnose drivability concerns.
• Works independently and efficiently.
• Wants to continue learning and growing with a respected independent shop.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex drivability concerns.
• Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting.
• Complete vehicle programming and module setup.
• Test and verify repairs using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Repair engine, suspension, steering, brake, and mechanical systems.
• Use scan tools, oscilloscopes, and factory software to accurately identify failures.
• Deliver quality repairs with efficiency and attention to detail.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Independence

Attention to detail

Continuous learning

Tools

Ford/GM programming software

Snap-on diagnostic platforms

Autel scan tools

Xhorse programming

OE programming platforms

Mitchell ProDemand

Identifix

Job description

Automotive Diagnostic Technician | $40-$50/HR | No Flat Rate | Advanced Diagnostics

Stop Chasing Flag Hours. Start Solving Real Problems.

At Automotive Solution, we're looking for the technician everyone turns to when the check engine light won't go away, the electrical issue doesn't make sense, or a vehicle needs real diagnostic expertise—not guesswork.

For more than 40 years, Automotive Solution has earned a reputation for honest repairs, loyal customers, and quality workmanship. We offer steady hourly pay, a consistent workflow, and the advanced diagnostic equipment you need to perform at your best.

No flat-rate pressure. No fighting for work. Just quality repairs, modern tools, and leadership that truly understands technicians.

Why Techs Choose Automotive Solution

• $40-$50/hour hourly pay
• Earn $83,000-$104,000+ annually
• Consistent 230+ vehicles per month
• Advanced diagnostics, electrical, programming, and drivability work
• Factory programming tools and premium diagnostic equipment
• Small, tight-knit 4-bay shop with a loyal customer base
• Led by a 30-year master technician who knows what techs need to succeed
• Stable schedule with consistent hours and workflow

About Automotive Solution

For more than four decades, Automotive Solution has been a trusted name in the community, known for honest service, quality repairs, and long-term customer relationships.

Today, the shop is led by a technician with more than 30 years of experience who understands what makes a great workplace. We've invested heavily in equipment, technology, and workflow improvements so our technicians can spend their time diagnosing and repairing vehicles—not searching for information or waiting on work.

If you're looking for a long-term home where your skills are respected and your expertise is valued, Automotive Solution is the place to build your career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Diagnose complex drivability concerns
• Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting
• Complete vehicle programming and module setup
• Test and verify repairs using modern diagnostic equipment
• Repair engine, suspension, steering, brake, and mechanical systems
• Use scan tools, oscilloscopes, and factory software to accurately identify failures
• Deliver quality repairs with efficiency and attention to detail

Industry-Leading Equipment

At Automotive Solution, you'll have access to the tools serious diagnostic technicians expect:

• Ford & GM factory programming software
• Snap-on diagnostic platforms
• Autel scan tools with oscilloscopes
• Xhorse key cutting and programming systems
• Multiple OE programming platforms
• Mitchell ProDemand
• Identifix

We invest in the latest technology so you can diagnose faster, repair smarter, and avoid unnecessary guesswork.

What We're Looking For

We're searching for an A-Level or strong B-Level Automotive Technician who:

• Has strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Can confidently diagnose drivability concerns
• Works independently and efficiently
• Takes pride in accurate, high-quality repairs
• Wants to continue learning and growing with a respected independent shop

Shop Culture

• Small, independent 4-bay shop
• Supportive, technician-led management
• No corporate politics
• No micromanagement
• Consistent workflow year-round
• Loyal customer base and outstanding community reputation
• Air-conditioned office
• Leadership that understands the challenges technicians face because they've worked in the bays themselves

Benefits & Time Off

• Approximately 3 weeks of PTO annually
• Paid week off for Christmas
• Paid week off around July 4th
• Additional PTO opportunities for long-term team members

If you're an experienced technician who enjoys diagnostics, electrical work, and solving problems that others can't, we'd love to meet you. Join Automotive Solution and build your career with a shop that invests in its people, equips them for success, and appreciates the skill it takes to keep customers safely on the road.