Automotive Service Technician - Fast-Paced Growth Path

Big Brand Tire & Service; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

OT opportunities

Paid vacation

Insurance

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Career growth

Job summary

American Tire Depot is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-focused team in California. This role supports fast, accurate, and elite service for our customers.

You will perform standard tire services, oil changes, inspections, and related maintenance while upholding safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of automotive experience, a valid drivers license, and a willingness to grow within a supportive, promotion-ready environment.

Qualifications

• 13 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension)
• Hands-on ability with preventative maintenance and light mechanical work
• Valid drivers license with clean record and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings
• Test and install batteries; diagnose and perform brake jobs
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators)
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service

Skills

Automotive service

Hands-on mechanic

Valid drivers license

Problem-solver

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

American Tire Depot is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-focused team in California. This role supports fast, accurate, and elite service for our customers.

You will perform standard tire services, oil changes, inspections, and related maintenance while upholding safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of automotive experience, a valid drivers license, and a willingness to grow within a supportive, promotion-ready environment.