Automotive Technician

Tire Discounters; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Tire Discounters is hiring a Service Technician in Christiansburg, VA. You will perform tire installation, brakes, alignments, and routine maintenance, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction. You’ll work with a team to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Requirements include 2+ years of automotive repair, your own tools, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and a valid driver’s license with Saturday availability. Compensation combines hourly pay with commissions and overtime.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive repair experience; ASE certifications preferred but not required.
• Must have own tools; tool purchase program available.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 75 lbs; valid US driver's license; Saturday availability.

Responsibilities

• Provides accurate and timely quality vehicle inspection, maintenance and repairs, ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded.
• Test drive vehicles before and after repairs to ensure functionality and overall safety.
• Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and assist as needed.

Skills

Automotive repair

Tools ownership

Diagnostic tools

Customer service

Physical stamina

Education

ASE certifications (preferred)

Tools

Automotive lifts

Diagnostic scanner

Job description

Join the Tire Discounters Family -- Drive Your Career Forward!

About Us:

Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire & service business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care for our nearly 2,300 team members. We offer diverse career paths, industry-leading training, and a commitment to our core values.

As a family-owned tire and automotive service retailer, our mission is to prioritize people and safety above all else. We are dedicated to delivering a "WOW" experience to our customers and team members, with a commitment to always do the right thing while challenging the status quo.

Your Role as a Service Technician:

As a Service Technician at Tire Discounters, you'll perform various automotive services, including tire installation and maintenance, steering and suspension, alignments, brakes, engine diagnostic, drivability, and preventative, corrective, and routine maintenance services. You'll be key to ensuring the success of daily operations at your location.

What You'll Do:

• Provides accurate and timely quality vehicle inspection, maintenance and repairs, ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded.
• Test drive vehicles before and after repairs to ensure functionality and overall safety.
• Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and assist as needed.

Requirements

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 2+ years of automotive repair experience (ASE certifications preferred but not required).
• Must have own tools (tool purchase program available).
• Ability to operate automotive vehicle lifts, shop tools and equipment (diagnostic scanner experience a plus).
• Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver's license and availability to work Saturdays.
• Comfortable with occasional exposure to mechanical hazards and outdoor conditions.
• Authorized to work in the USA (18+).

Compensation

Pay: $50,000 - $175,000+ annually (hourly + commission).

Our Service Technicians experience one of the best pay plans in the business! They are paid a weekly hourly rate, commission on labor, and variable overtime.

Why Join Tire Discounters?

• Grow with us: Defined career paths -- many of our shop leaders and managers started right where you are.
• Investing in you: Master-certified trainers, paid hands-on learning, plus a company tool program to help you build your career.
• Competitive pay & benefits: A full suite of perks tailored to fit your needs -- health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• Family culture: A truly supportive team that values you as a person -- we've been putting people first for almost five decades!

Ready to grow your career with a company that truly values you?