Certified Auto Technician

Thelen Auto Group; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & short-term disability

Two weeks paid time off + holidays

No weekends

Job summary

Thelen Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Kia in the Great Lakes region seeks a Certified Automotive Technician who takes pride in precise diagnostics and quality repairs. You’ll work across multiple brands, perform maintenance and repairs, and contribute to a team that values craftsmanship.

This full-time on-site role offers competitive hourly pay ($25-$45), no weekends, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your skills with a family-owned dealership.

Qualifications

• ASE or state certification required.
• Dependable, motivated and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics and repairs across vehicle brands.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical and powertrain systems.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Identify issues and recommend the right repairs.
• Communicate repair needs with customers and service advisors.
• Deliver quality workmanship you can be proud of.
• Work as part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Powertrain

Customer communication

Team player

Tools

Advanced diagnostic tools

Job description

Certified Automotive Technician

Your Skills Deserve a Shop That Values Them.

You’ve put in the time, earned your certifications, and know what it takes to get the job done right. Now, put those skills to work with a family-owned dealership that values its technicians.

At Thelen Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Kia, we’re looking for a Certified Automotive Technician who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and wants a career—not just another job.

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

• $25-$45/hour based on experience and certifications
• No weekends
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance & short-term disability
• Two weeks of paid time off + paid holidays
• A supportive, professional team
• Opportunity to grow your skills and career

What You’ll Do

As a Certified Automotive Technician, you’ll play an important role in keeping our customers safely on the road. Your day may include:

• Performing maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across our vehicle brands
• Diagnosing electrical, mechanical and powertrain systems
• Using advanced diagnostic tools and specialty automotive equipment
• Identifying issues and recommending the right repairs
• Communicating repair needs and recommendations with customers and service advisors
• Delivering quality workmanship you can be proud of
• Working as part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way

What We’re Looking For

• An ASE or state certified technician - Experience and additional certifications are valued—and your expertise can directly impact your earning potential.
• We’re looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, detail-oriented and takes pride in their craft.

Work Somewhere You’re More Than a Number.

Since 1977, Thelen has been family-owned and operated and proudly serving the Great Lakes Bay Region. We believe a great dealership starts with great people. That means treating our employees with the same respect and care we give our customers.

If you’re ready for great hours, competitive pay, no weekends, and a team that appreciates what you bring to the shop, we’d love to meet you.