Auto & Diesel Shop Technician — Diagnostics & Repairs

Transwest Mobile Truck & Trailer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

HSA with company match

Paid training and certification

Job summary

Transwest Mobile Truck Repair in Houston is hiring a Shop Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain cars, light-duty and diesel trucks. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, use scan tools and diagnostics, and document work clearly for service staff and customers.

You should have 1–2+ years hands-on automotive experience, strong diagnostic skills, ability to read wiring diagrams, and a clean driver's license.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years hands-on automotive or diesel technician experience.
• Strong diagnostic skills on engines, electrical, brakes, and major systems.
• Experience using scan tools and diagnostic software (e.g., Snap-on, Autel).
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and service manuals.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of customer vehicles, including cars, light-duty trucks, and diesel trucks.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as oil changes, fluid services, inspections, and component replacements.
• Troubleshoot engine, electrical, brake, suspension, steering, cooling, HVAC, and drivetrain systems.
• Use scan tools and diagnostic software to identify faults and verify repairs.
• Accurately document labor, parts used, and findings on work orders.
• Communicate repair needs and findings clearly with service staff and customers as needed.
• Deliver quality, timely repairs that keep customers coming back.
• Keep your work area, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Automotive diagnosis

Scan tools

Electrical systems

Brakes

Read wiring diagrams

Customer communication

Safety conscious

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Snap-on

Autel

Job description

Transwest Mobile Truck Repair in Houston is hiring a Shop Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain cars, light-duty and diesel trucks. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, use scan tools and diagnostics, and document work clearly for service staff and customers.

You should have 1–2+ years hands-on automotive experience, strong diagnostic skills, ability to read wiring diagrams, and a clean driver's license.