Automotive Apprentice Technician: Diagnostics & Repairs

DOBBS TIRE & AUTO CENTERS; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DOBBS TIRE & AUTO CENTERS seeks an Apprentice Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles to ensure safe operation. You will perform inspections, tire services, and routine maintenance using specialized tools while learning from experienced teammates.

The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and customer-centric, with a strong work ethic and teamwork mindset to help achieve department goals in a fast-paced shop setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of automotive repair experience or 2–4 years of hands-on training in automotive maintenance.
• 1+ year of alignment technician experience or completion of a vocational program in automotive technology.
• Growing knowledge of steering, suspension, and general vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply growing mechanical knowledge of engine operations, cooling systems, brakes, steering and suspension, HVAC, and general vehicle maintenance.
• Assist with and perform basic automotive repairs under supervision.
• Shadow and learn from experienced team members, including Technicians, Master Technicians, and Alignment Technicians.
• Support shop operations by maintaining tools, equipment, and a clean work environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards while completing assigned tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Customer service

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Diagnostic tool use

Education

Post-secondary vocational program in automotive technology

1+ year alignment technician experience

Tools

Standard automotive diagnostic tools

Job description

DOBBS TIRE & AUTO CENTERS seeks an Apprentice Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles to ensure safe operation. You will perform inspections, tire services, and routine maintenance using specialized tools while learning from experienced teammates.

The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and customer-centric, with a strong work ethic and teamwork mindset to help achieve department goals in a fast-paced shop setting.