Entry-Level Automotive Technician - Paid Training & Growth

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an entry-level Automotive Technician to grow into skilled technician roles. You’ll perform inspections, basic maintenance, and entry-level repairs under the guidance of experienced techs.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, clean safety practices, and opportunities to advance toward Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, and leadership positions as you gain experience and ASE credentials. Competitive pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years automotive shop experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to follow written procedures, torque specs, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help, accept coaching, and escalate concerns when needed.
• Basic proficiency with shop tech and DVIs, scan tools, and documentation systems.
• Owns and can use basic tools required for the role.
• Valid driver’s license and able to pass MVR checks.
• Must be 18+ years old; State Inspector License or ability to obtain within 30 days if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Multi-Point and Digital Vehicle Inspections with documentation per standards.
• Carry out maintenance and entry-level repairs (oil/fluids, filters, tires, brakes, basic cooling, starting, charging).
• Handle tire mounting/dismounting, balancing, rotations, and basic wear-item replacements.
• Conduct basic diagnostics with guidance and escalate more complex issues to senior/lead tech.
• Follow repair procedures, torque/bleed specs, and post-repair checks.
• Communicate findings and repair status to managers and service advisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with PPE and safety/hazardous-waste rules.
• Collaborate with the team, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Coachable

Safety-focused

Flexible schedule

Education

Technical or vocational school training

ASE certification (preferred)

Tools

Digital Vehicle Inspection tools

Scan tools for code retrieval

Computerized documentation systems

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an entry-level Automotive Technician to grow into skilled technician roles. You’ll perform inspections, basic maintenance, and entry-level repairs under the guidance of experienced techs.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, clean safety practices, and opportunities to advance toward Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, and leadership positions as you gain experience and ASE credentials. Competitive pay and benefits included.