Auto Technician | $30–$50/HR | 4-Day Week - 2676

Promotive; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision insurance- (Effectie

401(k)

PTO

$300 monthly Snap-on tool allowance

Uniforms provided

Paid training and ASE certification

Annual 4-day training Seattle

Unlimited training through NAPA Gold

Lunch provided Thursday

Tooling: Snap-on, Drive Pro, Autel

Job summary

PJM Auto in Newport, OR is seeking an experienced automotive technician. This role focuses on diagnostics, electrical repair, drivability, and quality repairs on domestic and Asian vehicles.

Work Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM with competitive pay and extensive training opportunities. You'll join a shop backed by ASE-certified technicians, with Snap-on, Drive Pro and Autel tools, a $300 monthly tool allowance, uniforms, and paid training including ASE certification bonuses and an annual 4-day

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional automotive repair experience.
• Strong diagnostic, electrical, drivability, and repair skills.
• Ability to independently handle complex repairs and diagnostics.
• Leadership potential is highly valued.
• Desire to continue developing technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Electrical diagnosis and repair.
• Drivability concerns.
• Preventive maintenance.
• Inspecting vehicles and identifying needed repairs.
• Working primarily on Domestic and Asian vehicles.
• Completing quality repairs efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical

Drivability

Repair

Leadership potential

Tools

Snap-on tools

Drive Pro

Autel diagnostics

Job description

PJM Auto

Location: Newport, OR
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
Pay: $30–$50/hour, depending on experience
A-Level: $40–$50/hour
B-Level: $30–$40/hour

About PJM Auto

PJM Auto, founded and operated by Paul Martinson, is a trusted automotive repair shop serving the Newport, OR area. The shop is built on quality workmanship, integrity, and customer satisfaction, with a skilled team of ASE-certified technicians specializing in Domestic and Asian vehicles. Using advanced diagnostic and repair equipment, PJM Auto is committed to providing honest, professional service and reliable repairs.

Key Points

• A-Level: $40–$50/hour, depending on experience
• B-Level: $30–$40/hour, depending on experience
• Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
• Dental and vision insurance- (Effective after 6 months)
• 401(k)
• PTO
• $300 monthly Snap-on tool allowance
• Uniforms provided
• Paid training and ASE certification bonuses
• Annual employer-paid 4-day training event in Seattle
• Unlimited training through NAPA Gold
• Training time is paid
• Lunch provided every Thursday
• Snap-on, Drive Pro, and Autel diagnostic equipment available
• No European vehicles — primarily Domestic and Asian

What You'll Do

This isn't a basic maintenance-only position. We're looking for an experienced technician who is comfortable handling a variety of work, including:

• Diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Electrical diagnosis and repair
• Drivability concerns
• Preventive maintenance
• Inspecting vehicles and identifying needed repairs
• Working primarily on Domestic and Asian vehicles
• Completing quality repairs efficiently and accurately

You’ll have two Service Advisors supporting the shop, so you can spend more of your time focused on diagnosing and repairing vehicles rather than handling customer communication or parts ordering.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic, electrical, drivability, and repair skills
• Ability to independently handle complex repairs and diagnostics
• Leadership potential is highly valued
• Approximately 3–5 years of professional automotive repair experience
• Solid general repair and diagnostic abilities
• Desire to continue developing technical skills

Invest in Your Career

We don't expect technicians to stop learning once they're hired.

Our technicians have access to unlimited training through NAPA Gold, and we pay you for the time you spend training. We also provide an annual 4-day training event in Seattle, covered by the shop, and offer bonuses for earning ASE certifications.

If you're serious about becoming a stronger technician, you'll have opportunities to keep developing here.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job‑related pre‑employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.