Automotive Service Technician — Hands-On Repairs & Growth

Big Brand Tire & Service; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Training and ASE Certification Re

Career Growth Opportunities

Discounts on Products and Services

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service in Vista, CA, is seeking a dependable automotive service professional. You’ll work on tires, oil changes, brakes, suspensions, and related maintenance, while delivering fast, accurate, elite service as part of a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes hands-on effort, safety, and a strong work ethic, with opportunities for ASE certifications and career growth within a long‑standing tire and auto repair organization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional 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.
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop.
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability to support peak hours.

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 (disc/drum, lathe work).
• 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 experience

Preventative maintenance

Light mechanical work

Driver’s license valid

Lift 70 lbs

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Weekend availability

Job description

Big Brand Tire & Service in Vista, CA, is seeking a dependable automotive service professional. You’ll work on tires, oil changes, brakes, suspensions, and related maintenance, while delivering fast, accurate, elite service as part of a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes hands-on effort, safety, and a strong work ethic, with opportunities for ASE certifications and career growth within a long‑standing tire and auto repair organization.