A or B Level Mechanic | $85K-$150K+ | Award Winning Shop - 2288

Gilder Search Group; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flat-rate pay with production-based-in

No weekends

100% employer-paid medical insurance (

Job summary

Rick's Automotive in Missouri is seeking an A-Level Diagnostic Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and repairs. The shop emphasizes high-volume throughput, competitive pay, and a strong focus on employee development.

The role offers flat-rate pay with incentive increases, a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, and comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience.
• Strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Heavy line repair experience.
• Own professional technician tools and valid driver's license.
• Ability to produce 50+ flagged hours.
• Missouri MS inspection license or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Advanced diagnostics
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Drivability diagnostics
• Check engine light diagnosis
• Engine and transmission R&R
• Vehicle inspections
• General repair and maintenance
• Work on Domestic, Asian, European, and Fleet vehicles
• Approximately 50% diagnostics and 50% repair/maintenance.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Heavy line repair

5+ years experience

Own tools

Valid driver's license

Team-first attitude

Education

ASE Certifications

Missouri State Inspection License

Tools

Manufacturer-specific scan tools

OEM scan tools

Specialty automotive tools

Job description

A-Level Diagnostic Technician | $85K-$150K+ | No Weekends

Join One of Missouri's Best Automotive Shops

If you're an experienced A-Level Technician who thrives on diagnostics, drivability, electrical repair, and solving the jobs that other shops can't, Rick's Automotive wants to talk to you.

We've been family-owned since 1980 and have earned a reputation as one of the premier independent repair facilities in Missouri. We've also been voted one of the area's Best Places to Work four years in a row because we believe great technicians deserve great pay, exceptional benefits, the latest equipment, and a professional team environment.

If you're looking for a long-term career—not just another job—you'll fit right in.

What You'll Love About This Opportunity

• Earn $85,000-$150,000+ annually
• Weekly pay
• Flat-rate pay with production-based increases
• Monday-Friday schedule — No weekends
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee)
• 401(k) with a 10% company match
• Extensive paid training and ASE reimbursement
• Shop-provided specialty tools and OEM scan tools
• Uniforms provided plus annual boot reimbursement
• Relocation assistance available for the right technician
• High-volume shop with consistent work (350+ vehicles weekly)
• Family-owned since 1980
• Award-winning workplace culture

About Rick's Automotive

Rick's Automotive isn't your average repair shop.

We're a 28-bay, high-volume operation with over 46 years of success, nearly 50 employees, and one of the strongest reputations in the Springfield area. We invest heavily in our technicians by providing manufacturer-specific scan tools, specialty equipment, continuous education, and a support team that allows technicians to focus on repairing vehicles—not chasing parts or writing estimates.

We believe in doing business the right way, treating customers honestly, and building careers that last.

What You'll Do

• Advanced diagnostics
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Drivability diagnostics
• Check engine light diagnosis
• Engine and transmission R&R
• Vehicle inspections
• General repair and maintenance
• Work on Domestic, Asian, European, and Fleet vehicles

Approximately 50% diagnostics and 50% repair/maintenance.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Heavy line repair experience
• Ability to consistently produce 50+ flagged hours
• Own professional technician tools
• Valid driver's license
• Team-first attitude with strong work ethic

Preferred:

• ASE Certifications
• Missouri State Inspection License (or willingness to obtain)
• Advanced drivability diagnostic experience

Strong B-Level Technicians with exceptional diagnostic ability and a desire to grow into an A-Level role are encouraged to apply.

Why Technicians Stay Here

• High-volume shop means no shortage of work
• Outstanding earning potential
• Dedicated Service Advisors and Parts Specialists handle estimates and parts ordering
• Manufacturer-specific scan tools and the latest diagnostic equipment
• Continuous technical training and leadership development
• Long-tenured team with excellent morale
• Clean, organized, highly professional workplace
• Community-focused company with employee events throughout the year

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Hospital, accident, cancer, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with 10% company match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• ASE reimbursement
• Paid technical training
• Uniforms provided
• $50 annual boot reimbursement
• Tool relocation assistance
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

If you're ready to work alongside some of the best technicians in the industry while earning top-tier pay in a shop that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to meet you.