Automotive Technician (A Level)

Stress-Free Auto Care; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 89,544,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid training

ADAS training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Stress-Free Auto Care is seeking an experienced Master Automotive Technician (A-Level) to diagnose complex problems and perform quality repairs. The role offers full-time hours, up to $65+ per hour, and an uncapped performance bonus.

You will mentor junior technicians and collaborate with service advisors to ensure accurate communication of customer concerns. Medical and other benefits are available; certifications aren’t required, as ongoing training is supported.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of professional automotive repair experience
• Proven A-Level/Master Technician 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
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive manual-transmission vehicles
• Strong communication, documentation, and troubleshooting skills

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

Diagnostic skills

Electrical skills

Mentoring

Documentation

Strong communication

Tools

Scan tools

OEM service information

Diagnostic equipment

Professional tools

Job description

Master Automotive Technician (A-Level)

Stress-Free Auto Care | Full-Time | Up to $65+/hr + Uncapped Performance Bonus

Your Skills. Your Experience. Your Career.

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
• Proven A-Level/Master Technician 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
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

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.