Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Swickard Auto Group; Palmer, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training support

Employee discounts

Life insurance

Job summary

Swickard Buick GMC of Palmer is seeking an experienced flat-rate technician to diagnose and repair Buick and GMC vehicles across a full range of systems in Palmer, Alaska. The role requires GM or domestic brand experience and a strong diagnostic depth in a high-demand market.

Your earnings reflect output with a flat-rate structure, and the shop offers training, benefits, and a clear career path in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership or similar setting.
• GM or domestic brand experience strongly preferred; import brands welcome with solid fundamentals.
• Strong diagnostic foundation and the ability to work through multi-system problems in Alaska conditions.
• GM diagnostic platform experience (GDS2 or equivalent) is valued.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Buick and GMC vehicles across multiple systems using GM procedures.
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop repair plans with service advisors.
• Execute repairs to GM factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and integrity.
• Document repair orders and parts used with precision.
• Stay current on GM bulletins, software updates and procedures.
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostics and repair quality.

Skills

Flat-rate experience

GM diagnostics

Domestic brands

Diagnostic depth

ASE certifications

GM platform knowledge

Tools

GDS2

Job description

Description

Palmer, AK | Buick | GMC | Iconic American Brands | Flat-rate | GM technician | ASE certified | Alaska | Matanuska-Susitna Valley | Veterans encouraged to apply | $60,000 - $140,000/yr flat rate

IS THIS YOU?

• You're an experienced flat-rate technician with strong diagnostic ability and a quality standard you don't compromise on -- regardless of who's watching
• You have GM, domestic, or import brand experience and you know how to work efficiently and accurately in a market where vehicles are put to the test every day
• You're looking for a meaningful role in a tight-knit Alaska community where your skills are valued, your earnings reflect your output, and your neighbors depend on the work you do

WHO WE ARE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

Swickard Buick GMC of Palmer serves the Matanuska-Susitna Valley -- a community where vehicles aren't a luxury, they're essential. The roads are demanding, the seasons are unforgiving, and the technicians who keep Palmer's vehicles running earn the lasting respect of the neighbors they serve. We're looking for an experienced flat-rate technician who brings the diagnostic depth and work ethic to match what this market demands.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Diagnose and repair Buick and GMC vehicles across a full range of systems -- engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, four-wheel drive, and beyond -- using GM diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans -- communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization
• Execute repairs to GM factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
• Complete repair orders accurately -- documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
• Stay current on GM technical service bulletins, software updates, and manufacturer repair procedures
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout every shift
• Contribute to a shop culture where quality, accountability, and craftsmanship are the baseline

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership -- required
• GM or domestic brand experience strongly preferred -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Ford, Ram, or similar backgrounds a strong advantage; import technicians with strong fundamentals welcome
• Strong diagnostic foundation -- able to work through multi-system problems accurately and efficiently, including 4WD and Alaska-specific wear patterns
• GM diagnostic platform experience -- GDS2 or equivalent preferred
• ASE certifications a strong plus -- GM factory certifications highly valued
• Low comeback rate and a quality standard you own
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role throughout the shift in Alaska conditions
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

WHAT WE OFFER

• $60,000 - $140,000/yr flat rate -- based on experience, certifications, and diagnostic capability
• Progressive pay plan -- GM factory certifications and tenure increase your rate over time
• Paid GM manufacturer training and certification support
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Modern facility with current GM diagnostic tools and technology
• Clear career path -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY SWICKARD BUICK GMC OF PALMER

• Palmer is the heart of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley -- a growing, close-knit community where the technicians who do quality work earn a reputation that follows them for years
• Alaska's conditions push vehicles harder than almost anywhere else in the country -- the diagnostic work here is real, varied, and genuinely challenging for a technician who takes the craft seriously
• GM's truck and SUV lineup is purpose-built for Alaska's demands -- Sierras, Yukons, Acadias, and more are the vehicles this community depends on, and keeping them right matters
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests
• Leadership that invests in your certifications, your development, and your long-term career growth in a community worth staying in

Swickard Buick GMC of Palmer offers consistent volume, a community that genuinely depends on its service department, and a flat-rate structure that rewards technicians who bring real diagnostic depth and a quality-first work ethic. Alaska's conditions mean the work here is meaningful -- and the technician who does it right earns the respect of the neighbors they serve.

If you're an experienced flat-rate technician ready to bring your skills to one of Alaska's most established communities -- we'd like to meet you.