Automotive Technician

Dieters Porsche & BMW Service; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Dieter's Porsche & BMW Service in San Diego is seeking an experienced A-Level Automotive Technician with extensive European vehicle experience to tackle a wide range of diagnostic and repair work. Join a professional, established independent shop that values quality, honest communication, and teamwork.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of repair experience, strong diagnostic skills, and familiarity with Porsche/BMW platforms.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional automotive repair experience.
• Strong diagnostic and repair experience on European vehicles.
• Porsche and/or BMW experience strongly preferred, with ability to diagnose and repair independently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair a wide range of automotive concerns independently.
• Handle difficult diagnostic problems and determine repairs.
• Work with limited supervision and maintain productivity with quality workmanship.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to the Service Advisor.
• Perform digital vehicle inspections (MPI) and coding/programming when required.

Skills

Diagnose independently

Strong diagnostic experience

European/German vehicle experience

Porsche/BMW experience

Mechanical and electrical skills

Team mindset

Education

ASE certifications

ASE Master Technician

Porsche/BMW manufacturer training

Job description

Dieter's Porsche & BMW is a well-established independent automotive repair shop located in San Diego. For more than 60 years, we have served drivers throughout the San Diego area with knowledgeable, professional, and customer-focused automotive service.

We take pride in doing quality work, communicating honestly with our customers, and maintaining a professional environment where experienced technicians can do their best work.

About the Position

Dieter's Porsche & BMW Service is looking for an experienced A-Level Automotive Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience working on European vehicles and can take on a wide range of diagnostic and repair work. This is an opportunity for an experienced technician who takes pride in doing quality work and wants to work in a professional, established independent shop.

What We're Looking For

An A-Level technician at Dieter's should be able to:

• Diagnose and repair a wide range of automotive concerns independently
• Approach difficult diagnostic problems and determine the appropriate repair
• Work confidently with limited supervision
• Think critically and use sound judgment when diagnosing and repairing vehicles
• Handle a variety of mechanical, electrical, drivability, and diagnostic concerns
• Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently
• Maintain strong productivity while maintaining quality workmanship
• Communicate diagnostic findings and repair recommendations clearly with the Service Advisor
• Perform thorough digital vehicle inspections (MPI)
• Perform coding and programming when required
• Follow repair orders and complete work to a high professional standard
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area
• Work as a team while taking ownership of assigned repairs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic and repair experience
• European/German vehicle experience preferred
• Porsche and/or BMW experience strongly preferred
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair vehicles
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and drivability diagnostic skills
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain a high level of productivity
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• ASE certifications are a plus
• ASE Master Technician certification is preferred, but not required
• Porsche or other manufacturer-specific training/certifications are a plus
• Professional attitude and strong team mindset

Compensation

• $45 - $60 per hour, depending on experience and production

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday-Friday
• Our shop is closed on weekends.
• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Opportunity to work with an established and experienced automotive team
• A professional work environment with a strong focus on quality and customer service