Entry-Level Auto Service Technician: Learn & Grow

Sun Auto Service; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid training and hands-on development

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in La Jolla, CA is seeking an entry-level General Service Technician to perform tire services, oil changes, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections under supervision. This role offers hands-on learning, paid training, and a clear path to advanced automotive positions.

You will work a flexible schedule, including weekends, in a team-oriented shop environment, uphold safety standards, and grow through mentorship from experienced technicians and service advisors.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role suitable for mechanically inclined individuals.
• Reliable and safety-focused with willingness to learn.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings through the proper store channels.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections, where applicable, in an ethical manner and in line with all company and state guidelines under appropriate supervision.
• Keep customer vehicles, the shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas clean and customer-ready.
• Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies using company or customer vehicles as directed.
• Follow all safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards or unsafe equipment to your supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training and development.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed, and complete other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Skills

Reliable

Safety-focused

Mechanically inclined

Willing to learn

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical training

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in La Jolla, CA is seeking an entry-level General Service Technician to perform tire services, oil changes, basic maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections under supervision. This role offers hands-on learning, paid training, and a clear path to advanced automotive positions.

You will work a flexible schedule, including weekends, in a team-oriented shop environment, uphold safety standards, and grow through mentorship from experienced technicians and service advisors.