Automotive Technician | $25–$45/HR Flat Rate | M–F

Promotive; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with 75% of premium

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Ongoing training and development

Annual team-building events

No weekend schedule

Job summary

Grote Automotive Service in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an experienced Automotive Technician. The role offers flat-rate pay, $25–$45 per flagged hour, with top performers earning $100,000–$115,000+ annually based on production.

Monday–Friday with no weekends, benefits, ongoing training, and a customer- and employee-focused environment. You will work on all makes/models from routine maintenance to major repairs and diagnostics, performing thorough inspections and accurate DVIs while collaborating with

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of automotive repair experience.
• Experience servicing and repairing multiple makes and models.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Diagnostic ability appropriate to experience level.
• Advanced diagnostic skills for A-Level work.
• Experience completing Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs).
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while contributing to a team.
• ASE certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair vehicles across a wide range of automotive systems.
• Perform repairs on all makes and models.
• Complete thorough and accurate Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs).
• Diagnose vehicle concerns and carry repairs through completion based on your skill level.
• Identify needed repairs and maintenance opportunities through comprehensive inspections.
• Handle work ranging from routine maintenance to major repairs.
• Work efficiently in a production-focused flat-rate environment.
• Communicate and collaborate with the service team to keep vehicles moving through the shop.

Skills

Automotive repair experience

Experience servicing multiple makes

Mechanical and problem-solving skills

Diagnostic ability

Advanced diagnostic skills (A-Level)

DVIs (Digital Vehicle Inspections)

Independent yet team-oriented

ASE certifications a plus

Job description

Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | No Weekends
Pay Rate: $25–$45 per flagged hour
Pay Type: Flat Rate
Earning Potential: Top performers earn $100,000–$115,000+ annually

About Grote Automotive Service

Grote Automotive Service is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician in Fort Wayne, IN. This opportunity offers flat-rate pay of $25–$45 per flagged hour, with top performers earning $100,000–$115,000+ annually based on production. Technicians work on all makes and models, from routine maintenance through major repairs and diagnostics. The shop offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, benefits, ongoing training, and a customer- and employee-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair vehicles across a wide range of automotive systems
• Perform repairs on all makes and models
• Complete thorough and accurate Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs)
• Diagnose vehicle concerns and carry repairs through completion based on your skill level
• Identify needed repairs and maintenance opportunities through comprehensive inspections
• Handle work ranging from routine maintenance to major repairs
• Work efficiently in a production-focused flat-rate environment
• Communicate and collaborate with the service team to keep vehicles moving through the shop

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of automotive repair experience
• Experience servicing and repairing multiple makes and models
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills
• Diagnostic ability appropriate to your experience level
• Advanced diagnostic skills for technicians performing A-Level work
• Experience completing Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs)
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while contributing to a team
• ASE certifications are a plus

Flat-rate pay: $25–$45 per flagged hour, based on skills and experience.

Top-performing technicians can earn $100,000–$115,000+ annually. Actual earnings are based on individual production and are not guaranteed.

• Medical insurance with 75% of the premium covered by the employer
• $25,000 life insurance policy
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Annual team-building events
• Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends

Why Work Here?

Grote Automotive Service is a growing automotive business with both dealership and service operations, giving technicians access to a wide variety of work. Technicians have the opportunity to handle everything from routine maintenance to major repairs and advanced diagnostics while working in an environment that emphasizes thorough inspections, quality repairs, continued training, and professional growth.

The Monday–Friday schedule provides experienced technicians an opportunity to build their flat-rate earning potential without regularly working weekends.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.