Automotive Technician

Community Automotive Repair; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Automotive Repair in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a full-time Automotive Technician to perform routine maintenance and repairs on European and Import vehicles. You will handle oil changes, brake services, suspension work, and diagnostics to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, communicating with service advisors, and adhering to safety and quality standards while pursuing ongoing professional development with company support.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in general vehicle maintenance and repair across various makes and models.
• Hands-on experience with routine services like oil changes and preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in diagnostics, component replacement, and system troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and follow repair manuals and digital diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance including inspections, oil changes, and scheduled services.
• Execute brake services, suspension work, and general automotive repairs on European & Import vehicles.
• Accurately document findings and repairs and communicate with service advisors.
• Follow established safety and quality standards in all tasks.
• Maintain shop tools and stay current with best practices through ongoing training.

Job description

Company Description

Community Automotive Repair is a locally owned and operated shop serving the Grand Rapids area since 1975. We provide high-quality European & Import vehicle service. ASE-Blue Seal Certified shops, ongoing training, and continued education support a strong focus on professional growth and up-to-date repair practices. The shop uses quality parts and materials and maintains shared shop tools and equipment.

Role Description

This full-time Automotive Technician role is an on-site position located in Grand Rapids, MI. The Automotive Technician will perform routine vehicle maintenance, including inspections, diagnostics, and scheduled services, to ensure safe and reliable operation. Daily tasks include completing oil changes, brake services, suspension work, and general automotive repair primarily on European & Import vehicles. The role involves accurately documenting findings and repairs, communicating clearly with service advisors, and following established safety and quality standards. As an Automotive Technician, our company will invest in your professional developpment so that you will stay current with best practices to support the shop’s commitment to our customers.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in general vehicle maintenance and maintenance & repair across a variety of makes and models.
• Hands-on experience performing routine services such as oil changes and related preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in automotive repair, including diagnostics, component replacement, and system troubleshooting.
• Ability to inspect, diagnose, and repair suspension components to ensure safe handling and ride quality.
• ASE certification or willingness to obtain certification with company support.
• Ability to read and follow repair manuals, service bulletins, and digital diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to safety, attention to detail, and high-quality workmanship.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused shop environment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience in an automotive service facility is preferred.