Experienced Automotive Mechanic

Wayside Garage; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation PTO

Health insurance

Uniforms provided

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Fridays: lunches

Job summary

Wayside Garage in Seaside, CA is seeking an Experienced Automotive Technician. Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends and a supportive, values-driven shop culture.

We offer honest repairs, competitive pay ($33/hr starting) plus production bonus, paid ASEs, tuition reimbursement, and relocation assistance. Join a team that prioritizes customer care, integrity, and career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional shop experience.
• Strong diagnostics and drivability skills.
• ASE certifications or willingness to earn them (we pay).
• Team player with professionalism and integrity.
• Cares about doing right by the customer.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair all makes/models.
• Perform thorough inspections and document findings clearly.
• Communicate findings and recommendations honestly.
• Mentor newer technicians when needed.
• Keep the work bay clean and organized.
• Collaborate with the team to support customers.

Skills

Diagnostics

Drivability

Teamwork

Customer focus

ASE Certification

Job description

Experienced Automotive Technician – No Weekends, No Games

Seaside, CA | Full-Time | Mon–Fri

Tired of flat rate and shops that put profit over people?

At Wayside Garage, we do things differently. We’ve been a family-owned, values-driven shop since 1946, and our mission is simple: always do what’s best for the customer — with honesty, integrity, and real care.

We’re growing and looking for an experienced tech who wants a solid team, fair pay, and a place that actually supports your career.

What You’ll Do:

• Diagnose & repair all makes/models.
• Perform thorough inspections.
• Document clearly & communicate well.
• Recommend honest repairs (no sales pressure).
• Keep a clean, organized bay.
• Help mentor newer techs when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of professional shop experience.
• Strong diagnostics & drivability skills.
• ASEs (or willing to earn them — we pay).
• Team player with professionalism and integrity.
• Someone who cares about doing right by the customer.

(Our values: Family, Integrity, Hospitality, Initiative, Growth & Professionalism — and we live them.)

Pay & Perks:

• $33/hr starting + production bonus.
• Mon–Fri, 7:30–4:30 — weekends & holidays off.
• Vacation + PTO.
• 50% employer-paid medical/dental/vision (after 180 days).
• Paid ASEs + ATI training.
• Free uniforms.
• Friday lunches + shop snacks.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance.

Why Wayside:

• Top 50 nationwide Top Shop Challenge finalist.
• Recently expanded 9-bay facility.
• No quotas, no upsells, no shady stuff.
• A team that actually supports each other.
• Long-term customer relationships are built on honesty.