Automotive Technician

Warker LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Warker LLC in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced vehicle diagnosis and complex mechanical/electrical repairs. You will lead safety-critical inspections, prioritize findings, and mentor junior technicians while delivering clear repair recommendations to customers.

The role requires strong communication, independence, and ASE-certified expertise, with the ability to pass MVR checks and licensing as required by state law.

Qualifications

• 5+ years automotive diagnostic/repair experience across multiple systems.
• Advanced diagnostic capability.
• ASE certifications or equivalent competency; valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check.
• State inspection licensing as required (or ability to obtain).
• Strong communication and independent problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex vehicle issues across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Perform advanced repairs to manufacturer and company standards; conduct road tests and verifications.
• Lead troubleshooting for intermittent drivability and high-complexity issues using test tools and structured plans.
• Mentor and coach other technicians; communicate repair recommendations and outcomes to service advisors and customers.

Skills

Advanced diagnostic skills

Independent problem-solving

Strong communication

Mentoring others

Education

ASE certifications or equivalent

Tools

Scan tools

Multimeter

Test plans

Job description

Senior Automotive Technician

responsible for advanced vehicle diagnosis and complex mechanical and electrical repairs. Performs thorough digital and multi-point inspections, creates prioritized safety findings, and independently leads troubleshooting for intermittent drivability, comeback, and high-complexity issues using scan tools, meters, and structured test plans. Completes advanced repairs to manufacturer and company standards, verifies work with road tests, relearns/resets, and safety-critical checks, and supports quality control by identifying process gaps that prevent repeat failures. Communicates clear repair recommendations and expected outcomes to service advisors and managers, and explains complex issues to customers to build trust.

• Mentors and coaches other technicians; shares diagnostic and repair best practices.
• Models safe work practices, uses required PPE, maintains tools/equipment, and follows shop policies and procedures.

Qualifications

5+ years automotive diagnostic/repair experience across multiple systems; advanced diagnostic capability; appropriate ASE certifications or equivalent competency; valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check; state inspection licensing as required (or ability to obtain); strong communication and independent problem-solving.