Automotive General Service Technician

Modica Bros Tire Centers; Bridge City (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Modica Bros Tire Centers is looking for an Automotive General Service Technician to perform essential maintenance, tire installation, oil changes, and fluid services. You will inspect vehicles, document findings, and contribute to routine repairs in a busy Southeast Texas shop.

Ideal candidates bring a basic understanding of automotive systems, familiarity with diagnostic tools or digital inspections, and a strong teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of automotive systems.
• Experience with PC-based diagnostic tools or digital inspections is a plus.
• Previous automotive maintenance or repair experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license is strongly preferred.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance services: oil changes, fluid flushes, belts, hoses, battery testing/installation.
• Mount, balance, and install tires with precision.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and document findings.
• Maintain shop equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Support shop operations and team success.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Valid driver’s license

US work authorization

Diagnostic tools familiarity

Tools

PC-based diagnostic tools

Digital inspections

Job description

As an Automotive General Service Technician, you'll be responsible for performing vital maintenance services that help keep our customers safe on the road. Whether it's installing and rotating tires, changing oil, or handling fluid services, you’ll demonstrate precision and efficiency while laying the groundwork for a fulfilling career in the automotive industry.

With over 50 years of experience, Modica Bros. is more than a tire shop – we provide full auto repair and tire services at nine locations across Southeast Texas, including Beaumont, Nederland, Orange, Vidor, Groves, Jasper, Silsbee and Bridge City.

We are dedicated to advancing the career growth of our team members, and we consider this a top priority. Our mission is to consistently foster an environment where each employee is empowered to thrive. We actively seek out talented, ambitious, and driven individuals to become part of our team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Emissions Testing will be your number one role!
• Mount, balance, and install tires with precision and care.
• Perform routine maintenance services such as oil changes, fluid flushes and replacements, belt and hose replacements, battery testing and installation, and general automotive repairs.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of vehicles and accurately document any findings.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of shop equipment, including servicing portable fluid drains according to shop protocols.
• Actively expands automotive knowledge and technical skills to support long-term career development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support shop operations and team success.

What You’ll Bring With You

• Basic understanding of automotive systems; experience with PC-based diagnostic tools and/or digital inspections are a plus.
• Previous experience in automotive maintenance or repair is preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license is strongly preferred.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment.
• Must be able to lift and move work-related items up to 50 pounds, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to push, pull, bend at the knees and waist, twist body at the waist, raise and hold arms overhead, turn head-neck-shoulders as needed, grasp and hold tools and other items with hands.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What You’ll Get In Return

• You’ll be on the fast track to the future you’ve dreamed about. We are serious about your career growth and provide the support needed to get you where you want to go.
• We work in a fast-paced, family environment.
• Competitive pay plans
• Full suite of benefits including health, paid time off, 401(k) with match, and much more.