Automotive Service Technician — Fast-Paced Growth Path

American-Tire-Depot; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

ASE reimbursement

Job summary

American Tire Depot is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-focused team. Your role includes tire mounting, balancing, oil changes, brakes, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced shop environment.

We offer a competitive hourly rate with overtime and commission, paid vacation/holidays, medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) with company match, and ASE reimbursement. Career growth paths include mechanic, service advisor, or management roles.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension).
• Hands-on ability with preventative maintenance and light mechanical work.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and ability to lift 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters.
• 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.
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate service.

Skills

Automotive service experience

Valid driver's license

Lift 70 lbs

Attention to detail

Team player

Weekend availability

Job description

American Tire Depot is seeking a General Service Technician to join our results-focused team. Your role includes tire mounting, balancing, oil changes, brakes, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced shop environment.

We offer a competitive hourly rate with overtime and commission, paid vacation/holidays, medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) with company match, and ASE reimbursement. Career growth paths include mechanic, service advisor, or management roles.