Entry-Level Auto Technician: Paid Training & Growth Path

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs under supervision in a busy shop. The role focuses on developing diagnostic skills and learning advanced techniques with mentoring from experienced technicians.

You’ll work a flexible schedule, including weekends if needed, with hands-on training, growth opportunities, and a pathway toward more senior technical roles within Sun Auto Tire & Service.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years automotive experience in a shop or equivalent training, performing maintenance and basic repairs.
• Ability to follow written procedures, torque specs, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help, accept coaching, escalate concerns when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Perform Multi-Point and Digital Vehicle Inspections with documentation.
• Complete maintenance and entry-level repairs (oil/fluids, filters, batteries, tires, brakes, basic cooling, starting and charging).
• Handle tire mounting/dismounting, balancing, rotations, and related wear-item replacements.
• Perform basic diagnostics with guidance and escalate complex issues to senior tech.
• Follow repair procedures, calibations, and post-repair checks.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections where applicable.

Skills

Automotive experience 0–2 years

Follow procedures

Willingness to ask for help

Basic shop tools

Valid driver’s license

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Inspector License (where required)

ASE certification (preferred)

Tools

Digital Vehicle Inspection tools / scan tools

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs under supervision in a busy shop. The role focuses on developing diagnostic skills and learning advanced techniques with mentoring from experienced technicians.

You’ll work a flexible schedule, including weekends if needed, with hands-on training, growth opportunities, and a pathway toward more senior technical roles within Sun Auto Tire & Service.