Automotive Master Technician

Rad Air; Strongsville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rad Air in Strongsville, OH seeks an Automotive Master Technician who leads diagnostic work and mentors fellow technicians. You will diagnose check engine lights, perform electrical testing, and conduct digital inspections with TekMetric, ensuring precise repairs and clear client communication.

This role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, safe shop practices, and teamwork with the Service Manager to complete repairs on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years experience as an automotive technician.
• Associate's degree in Automotive Technology is highly desired but not required.
• ASE certifications are highly desirable but not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose check engine lights and other malfunction indicator light issues.
• Perform advanced electrical testing and repairs.
• Perform digital vehicle inspections and diagnostics to address client concerns.
• Document results of inspections and diagnostics using TekMetric shop software.
• Provide mentorship and training to less experienced technicians during day-to-day operations.
• Service vehicles as directed by replacing/repairing parts, or performing regular and preventative maintenance services.
• Maintain consistent communication with the Service Manager to ensure completion of repair work meets client expectations.
• Utilize shop equipment to perform fluid exchanges, wheel/tire balancing, ADAS calibrations, and alignments.
• Observe and follow all necessary safety guidelines and regulations when operating machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Maintain Rad Air’s clean workspace and shop standards at all times.

Skills

Mentorship

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Automotive Technology (desirable)

ASE certifications desirable

Job description

In addition to being our most seasoned diagnosticians, Automotive Master Technicians at Rad Air also serve as leaders and mentors within the bays, directing the flow of a shop’s repair work and acting as a knowledge leader for less experienced technicians.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose check engine lights and other malfunction indicator light issues.
• Perform advanced electrical testing and repairs.
• Perform digital vehicle inspections and diagnostics to address client concerns.
• Document results of inspections and diagnostics using TekMetric shop software.
• Provide mentorship and training to less experienced technicians during day-to-day operations.
• Service vehicles as directed by replacing/repairing parts, or performing regular and preventative maintenance services.
• Maintain consistent communication with the Service Manager to ensure completion of repair work meets client expectations.
• Utilize shop equipment to perform fluid exchanges, wheel/tire balancing, ADAS calibrations, and alignments.
• Observe and follow all necessary safety guidelines and regulations when operating machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Maintain Rad Air’s clean workspace and shop standards at all times.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum (4) years experience as an automotive technician.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• An Associate's degree in Automotive Technology is highly desired but not a requirement.
• ASE certifications are highly desirable but not a requirement.