Entry-Level Automotive Technician: Paid Training & Growth

Sun Auto Service; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Springfield, MO is seeking an entry-level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic to intermediate repairs under guidance.

You'll gain hands-on experience, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance toward skilled technician roles while working in a team-focused shop environment. This role offers competitive pay, paid training, benefits, paid time off, and career growth within Sun Auto's expanding network.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of automotive shop experience or equivalent training.
• Able to follow procedures, torque specs, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help and take coaching.
• Knowledge of DVI/MTI tools and code retrieval.
• Must have valid driver's license and pass MVR check.
• State Inspector License where required or obtain within 30 days.
• Able to work weekends and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform Multi-Point and Digital Vehicle Inspections with documentation.
• Complete maintenance and entry-level repairs: oil, fluids, filters, tires, brakes.
• Handle tire mounting/dismounting, balancing, rotations and related work.
• Perform basic diagnostics with guidance and escalate complex issues.
• Follow repair procedures and post-repair checks.
• Communicate findings to managers and service advisors.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow PPE rules.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Coachable

Safety-focused

Basic repair knowledge

Driver's license

Tool ownership

Education

Technical/vocational training

ASE certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital Vehicle Inspection tools

Scan tools

Computerized maintenance systems

Basic hand tools

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Springfield, MO is seeking an entry-level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic to intermediate repairs under guidance.

You'll gain hands-on experience, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance toward skilled technician roles while working in a team-focused shop environment. This role offers competitive pay, paid training, benefits, paid time off, and career growth within Sun Auto's expanding network.