Automotive Technician | 3+ Years Experience | Up to $65/HR

Promotive; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick time

Uniforms provided

Training reimbursements

Job summary

Wayside Garage in Seaside, California, is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician. This Monday-Friday role offers $33.80-$65.00 per hour with an hourly base and production-based increases, paid weekly.

The shop handles a mix of domestic, Asian, European, and some heavy-duty vehicles, with Ford and Toyota being common makes. Technicians work with a collaborative team focusing on quality repairs, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of automotive repair experience.
• Ability to diagnose basic-to-intermediate vehicle concerns.
• Willingness to develop diagnostic skills further.

Responsibilities

• Perform automotive diagnostics, testing, maintenance, and mechanical repairs on a variety of vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle concerns at a basic-to-intermediate level while developing diagnostic skills.
• Complete steering and suspension repairs and other general automotive repair work.
• Perform timing belt, head gasket, valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, transmission, and other labor-intensive repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and vehicle inspections as part of the shop's maintenance-focused approach.
• Complete digital vehicle inspections with photos, videos, and detailed findings using the shop's established process.
• Use Scan tools and diagnostic equipment including Snap-on, Autel, and Bosch.
• Collaborate with the production lead and service team to maintain an efficient workflow.

Skills

3+ years automotive repair

Diagnose basic-intermediate issues

Tools

Snap-on tools

Autel equipment

Bosch diagnostics

Job description

Wayside Garage

Location: Seaside, California
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Pay Rate: $33.80-$65.00 per hour based on production tier
Pay Type: Hourly plus production-based rate increases
Pay Schedule: Weekly
Typical Flagged Hours: 35+ hours per week expected; current B/C-level technicians regularly produce 40+ hours

About Wayside Garage

Wayside Garage is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician to join its team in Seaside, California. This is a Monday-Friday position paying $33.80-$65.00 per hour through an hourly, production-based pay structure. The third-generation shop works on a broad mix of domestic, Asian, European, truck, and some heavy-duty vehicles, with Ford and Toyota among its most common makes. Technicians join a collaborative team focused on quality repairs, thorough diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and continued training.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform automotive diagnostics, testing, maintenance, and mechanical repairs on a variety of vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle concerns at a basic-to-intermediate level while continuing to develop diagnostic skills.
• Complete steering and suspension repairs and other general automotive repair work.
• Perform timing belt, head gasket, valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, transmission, and other labor-intensive repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and vehicle inspections as part of the shop's maintenance-focused approach.
• Complete digital vehicle inspections with photos, videos, and detailed findings using the shop's established process.
• Use available scan tools and diagnostic equipment, including Snap-on, Autel, and Bosch equipment.
• Work with the production lead and service team to maintain an efficient, quality-focused workflow.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of automotive repair experience required
• Experience performing general automotive maintenance and repair work.
• Basic-to-intermediate automotive diagnostic ability with a willingness to continue developing diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work across a variety of domestic, Asian, and European vehicles.
• Personal automotive tools appropriate for this technician level.
• ASE certifications are preferred but not required; Wayside Garage supports technicians working toward certification.
• Willingness to take initiative, research unfamiliar concerns, learn new procedures, and work collaboratively with the team.

Compensation & Benefits

• $33.80 per hour starting base rate for this position.
• Production-based rate increases begin at 30 produced hours and increase at additional production tiers, with rates up to $65.00 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• Medical insurance with 50% of the employee premium covered, up to $500.
• 100% of the employee premium covered for dental and vision insurance; dependent coverage is the employee's responsibility.
• 401(k) match of 3%, plus an additional 0.5% match for each of the next 2%.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 40 hours of sick time per year.
• Uniforms provided.
• ASE certification reimbursement.
• Paid training opportunities, including ATI technician training, NAPA training, O'Reilly training, and other training the shop determines will benefit the team.

Why Work Here

Wayside Garage is a third-generation automotive repair shop that takes pride in quality workmanship, thorough service, and transparency with its customers. Technicians join a collaborative team with an organized workflow supported by a production lead who helps coordinate work and keep the repair process moving efficiently. The shop operates with nine bays, seven lifts, and an alignment rack, while using digital vehicle inspections with pictures and videos to maintain consistent service standards. Wayside Garage also invests in technician development through paid training opportunities, including ATI technician training, NAPA training, O’Reilly training, safety training, and other beneficial learning opportunities. Technicians who are still developing their skills are encouraged to learn, take initiative, and grow with the team, and the shop will provide training on its specific DVI processes.

Additional Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required because this position includes job-related driving and vehicle testing. A motor vehicle record review may be required in accordance with the employer’s job-related standards and applicable law. Some positions may also require 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 with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants do not need to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check before a conditional offer, except where an applicable legal exception permits otherwise.