Automotive Service Technician: Diagnostics & Repairs

Kia of San Angelo; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia of San Angelo is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose vehicle issues, complete repairs per repair orders, and maintain safety and efficiency in a busy auto shop. You will perform road tests, communicate with advisors, and ensure parts are available and correctly tagged.

The role requires basic math, strong communication, and a proactive mindset. You will mentor apprentices, keep the workspace organized, and comply with hazardous waste regulations in a dynamic dealership environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Able to apply instructions from written or oral diagrams.
• Ability to work with problems involving several concrete variables.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with safety, efficiency and accuracy.
• Diagnose cause of malfunctions and perform repair when authorized.
• Communicate with advisor and/or parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Save and tag removed parts as required or requested by the insurance company, customer, or Parts Dept.
• Road-test vehicles when required.
• Supervise work of apprentice technicians as assigned.
• Keep shop area neat and clean and account for dealership-owned tools.
• Follow regulations on disposal of hazardous wastes.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Problem solving

Strong initiative

Reading/writing basics

Mathematical basics

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer and 10-key calculator

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Kia of San Angelo is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose vehicle issues, complete repairs per repair orders, and maintain safety and efficiency in a busy auto shop. You will perform road tests, communicate with advisors, and ensure parts are available and correctly tagged.

The role requires basic math, strong communication, and a proactive mindset. You will mentor apprentices, keep the workspace organized, and comply with hazardous waste regulations in a dynamic dealership environment.