Automotive Technician: Growth, ASE Perks & Benefits

Pep Boys Inc; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

On-demand pay (DailyPay)

Job summary

Pep Boys Inc. is seeking a Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair tire and automotive services while delivering an excellent customer experience. You will explain technical diagnoses to customers and co-workers, stay current with evolving automotive tech, and mentor teammates.

The role requires flexibility to work various shifts and maintain a clean, safe shop environment. The position emphasizes high attention to safety, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to train others as needed.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience.
• 2 or more ASE certifications are PREFERRED for this position (A4 Steering and Suspension & A5 Brakes).
• Section 609 certification PREFERRED.
• State Inspection license if applicable.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications -- brake and hydraulic, exhaust, basic electrical, cooling system, suspension and alignment, perform all maintenance services.
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Automotive diagnosis

Problem solving

Repair experience

Customer-focused attitude

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pep Boys Inc. is seeking a Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair tire and automotive services while delivering an excellent customer experience. You will explain technical diagnoses to customers and co-workers, stay current with evolving automotive tech, and mentor teammates.

The role requires flexibility to work various shifts and maintain a clean, safe shop environment. The position emphasizes high attention to safety, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to train others as needed.