Auto Technician | $40–$55 Flat Rate | M–F - 2666

Gilder Search Group; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Uniforms provided

Paid training

Weekly lunch-and-learns

Job summary

Hale's Diesel & Auto Repair in Midland, TX is hiring a A/B-Level Auto Technician to diagnose and repair diesel pickups using factory-level equipment. Expect 90% diagnostic work and 10% general maintenance, with a 70–80 hour incentive tier and a 100-hour guarantee during the first 30 days.

Competitive pay at $40–$55 per flagged hour with a semi-monthly pay schedule, plus a shop foreman, paid training, PTO, holidays, uniforms, and weekly lunch-and-learns.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of relevant automotive repair experience.
• Strong hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing diesel-engine pickup trucks.
• Advanced diagnostic, electrical, drivability, and general mechanical repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel pickup trucks across engine, electrical, drivability, steering, suspension, braking, HVAC, transmission, and related vehicle systems.
• Perform advanced automotive diagnostics and troubleshoot vehicle concerns accurately.
• Complete major mechanical repairs as well as general automotive repair and maintenance.
• Use scan tools and diagnostic equipment, including the shop’s Snap-on ZEUS and available OEM diagnostic resources.
• Perform and document digital vehicle inspections using Tekmetric.
• Communicate repair findings and recommendations clearly through the shop’s established workflow.
• Work collaboratively with the shop foreman, service advisor, and other technicians to complete quality repairs efficiently.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Team player

Education

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Snap-on ZEUS

Tekmetric

Tekmetric DVI

Ford IDS

GM SPS

Job description

A/B-Level Auto Technician | $40–$55/Flag Hr | M–F

Hale's Diesel & Auto Repair
Location: Midland, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay: $40–$55 per flagged hour
Pay Type: Flat Rate / Commission-Based
Pay Schedule: Semi-monthly | 5th & 20th

Key Points

• $40–$55 per flagged hour
• Tiered production incentive: technicians flagging over 70 hours receive an additional $4 per flagged hour; over 80 hours earns an additional $6 per flagged hour
• 100-hour guarantee during the first 30 days
• Quarterly team bonus pool
• Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
• No weekends
• Professional diagnostic and factory-level equipment
• Shop foreman in place
• Paid training
• PTO and paid holidays
• Uniforms provided
• Weekly lunch-and-learns with lunch provided
• Toolbox relocation assistance available within approximately 50 miles

About Hale's Diesel & Auto Repair

Since 2019, Hale's Diesel & Auto Repair has built its reputation on quality truck repair, clear communication, and exceptional customer service. The team believes in going the extra mile for every customer, keeping them informed throughout the repair process and building long-term relationships that keep customers coming back. It’s a shop that takes pride in doing the job right and delivering a repair experience customers can trust.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Diagnose and repair diesel pickup trucks across engine, electrical, drivability, steering, suspension, braking, HVAC, transmission, and related vehicle systems
• Perform advanced automotive diagnostics and troubleshoot vehicle concerns accurately
• Complete major mechanical repairs as well as general automotive repair and maintenance
• Use scan tools and diagnostic equipment, including the shop’s Snap-on ZEUS and available OEM diagnostic resources
• Perform and document digital vehicle inspections using Tekmetric
• Communicate repair findings and recommendations clearly through the shop’s established workflow
• Work collaboratively with the shop foreman, service advisor, and other technicians to complete quality repairs efficiently

This role is approximately 90% diagnostic work and 10% general maintenance, so strong troubleshooting skills are essential.

Tools & Technology

You’ll have access to professional diagnostic equipment and systems, including:

• Snap-on ZEUS
• Ford IDS
• GM SPS
• Additional diagnostic and factory-level equipment
• Tekmetric shop management system
• Tekmetric DVI

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of relevant automotive repair experience
• Strong hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing diesel-engine pickup trucks
• Advanced diagnostic, electrical, drivability, and general mechanical repair skills
• Experience working on domestic vehicles, particularly Chevrolet, Ford, and Dodge
• Must have your own professional technician tools
• ASE certifications are a plus but are not required
• Digital vehicle inspection experience and Section 609 certification are pluses but are not required
• Motivated and productive work style
• High-energy, positive attitude
• Strong team-player mentality

Preferred Experience

• Ford, Chevrolet/GM, and Dodge/Ram experience
• Domestic truck repair experience
• Tekmetric and DVI experience
• EPA Section 609 A/C certification

Benefits & Perks

• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Uniforms provided
• Paid training
• Weekly lunch-and-learns with lunch provided
• Toolbox relocation assistance within approximately 50 miles

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.