Automotive Technician (A Level)

Stress-Free; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped performance bonus

Sign-on bonus

Paid training

Employee discounts

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Stress-Free Auto Care in Mountain View, CA seeks experienced automotive technicians to diagnose complex problems and perform high-quality repairs. You will tackle drivability, electrical, and CAN/network issues, using professional scan tools and OEM information, while mentoring junior techs and maintaining safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years of shop experience, strong diagnostic skills, and a professional toolset.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic and electrical skills
• Experience with professional scan tools and OEM/aftermarket repair information
• L1 Advanced Engine Performance strongly preferred
• Hybrid/EV and ADAS experience is a plus
• Professional tool set and ability to document work clearly
• Certifications not required, training supported

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles bumper-to-bumper
• Handle complex drivability, electrical, diagnostic, and intermittent concerns
• Diagnose CAN/network and no-code faults using proper testing methods
• Use professional scan tools, scopes, OEM service information, and diagnostic equipment
• Perform quality repairs and thoroughly document your work
• Work with service advisors to accurately diagnose and communicate customer concerns
• Mentor B- and C-Level Technicians
• Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and shop efficiency

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Electrical skills

Can/network diagnostics

Troubleshooting ability

Communication & documentation

Mentorship

Tools

Professional scan tools

OEM service information

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Stress-Free Auto Care | Full-Time | Up to $65+/hr + Uncapped Performance Bonus | $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Stress-Free Auto Care is looking for experienced A-Level/Master Automotive Technicians who can diagnose complex problems, perform quality repairs, and take pride in their work.

If you're the technician other technicians turn to when the diagnosis gets difficult, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

Diagnose and repair vehicles bumper-to-bumper

Handle complex drivability, electrical, diagnostic, and intermittent concerns

Diagnose CAN/network and no-code faults using proper testing methods

Use professional scan tools, scopes, OEM service information, and diagnostic equipment

Perform quality repairs and thoroughly document your work

Work with service advisors to accurately diagnose and communicate customer concerns

Mentor B- and C-Level Technicians

Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and shop efficiency

What We’re Looking For

7–10+ years of professional automotive repair experience preferred

Strong diagnostic and electrical skills

Experience with professional scan tools and OEM/aftermarket repair information

L1 Advanced Engine Performance strongly preferred

Hybrid/EV and ADAS experience is a plus

Professional tool set

Valid driver's license and ability to drive manual-transmission vehicles

Strong communication, documentation, and troubleshooting skills

Certifications are not required to be hired. We support ongoing training and certification testing.

Compensation

Up to $65+/hr, based on experience and demonstrated ability

Uncapped performance/production bonus

Paid hourly for every hour worked

Diagnostic time is compensated as part of the repair process

Our compensation model is designed so your earning potential isn't limited by a traditional flat-rate system alone.

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid technical and manufacturer training

ADAS training opportunities

Employee discounts on parts and services

Technician referral bonuses

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach throughout the workday; occasionally lift 50+ pounds; safely operate lifts, tools, diagnostic equipment, and vehicles; work in a fast-paced automotive environment; and wear required PPE.

Ready for Your Next Move?

If you're an experienced A-Tech who takes pride in solving difficult problems and doing the job right,

Please do not contact individual store locations regarding hiring updates or application status. All hiring communication will be handled through our official hiring channels. Stress-Free Auto Care does not partner with staffing or recruiting agencies.

Ready to join the team?