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

Gilder Search Group; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid training

ASE bonuses

Lunch Thursdays

Tool allowance

Uniforms provided

Annual training event

Job summary

PJM Auto, located in Newport, OR, is seeking an experienced A/B Auto Technician to diagnose, repair, and service domestic and Asian vehicles. The shop emphasizes quality workmanship, ASE-certified technicians, and strong customer satisfaction.

The role offers a four-day workweek (Mon–Thu), competitive hourly pay ($30–$50), paid training, and extensive tooling and training opportunities, with benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience.
• Strong diagnostic, electrical, drivability, and repair skills.
• Leadership potential is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• General automotive repair.
• 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

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Electrical diagnosis

Leadership potential

Education

ASE certification

Tools

Snap-on tools

Drive Pro

Autel diagnostics

Job description

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

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
• Three-day weekend every week
• $500/month health insurance contribution- (Effective after 6 months)
• 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:

• General automotive repair
• 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

A-Level Technicians:

• 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

B-Level Technicians:

• 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.