Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Swickard Auto Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat-rate pay

401(k) plan

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group is hiring a GM-focused technician at our Anchorage location. You’ll diagnose and repair GM, Buick, and Cadillac vehicles with a strong diagnostic foundation, handling multi-system issues in a high-volume setting. Expect flat-rate hours and ongoing GM training, with emphasis on Alaska's climate and road conditions.

The role requires 2+ years in a franchised shop, GM or domestic brand experience preferred, and ASE certifications are a plus. A clean license is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership.
• GM or domestic brand experience strongly preferred; import technicians welcome.
• GDS2 or equivalent GM diagnostic platform experience preferred.
• ASE certifications a strong plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair GM brands across engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, and more using GM procedures.
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans for service advisors.
• Execute repairs to GM factory specs with speed and accuracy.
• Complete repair orders with precise documentation of work and parts.
• Stay current on GM bulletins, software updates, and procedures.
• Conduct test drives to validate diagnostics and ensure repair quality.

Skills

Diagnostic proficiency

Attention to detail

Efficient problem solving

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

GDS2 GM diagnostic platform

Job description

Anchorage, AK | Chevrolet | Buick | GMC | Cadillac | Flat-rate | GM technician | Domestic brand | Import welcome | ASE certified | Alaska | Veterans encouraged to apply | $22.50/hr flat rate

IS THIS YOU?

• You're an experienced flat-rate technician with strong diagnostic fundamentals and a quality standard you hold yourself to without being managed
• You have GM, domestic, or import brand experience and you know how to work efficiently and accurately across a range of systems on vehicles that Alaska's conditions put to the test
• You're looking for a stable, active role at a high-volume multi-brand Anchorage dealership where your skills are valued and your neighbors depend on the work you do

WHO WE ARE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac of Anchorage is a high-volume, multi-brand dealership serving one of Alaska's most active automotive communities. Alaska's conditions push vehicles harder than almost anywhere in the country -- and the technicians who keep them running earn the lasting trust of the community they serve. GM or domestic experience is preferred, but strong technicians from import backgrounds are welcome.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Diagnose and repair Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles across a full range of systems -- engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, four-wheel drive, and beyond -- using GM diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans -- communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization
• Execute repairs to GM factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
• Complete repair orders accurately -- documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
• Stay current on GM technical service bulletins, software updates, and manufacturer repair procedures
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership -- required
• GM or domestic brand experience strongly preferred -- Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Ford, Ram, or similar backgrounds a strong advantage; import technicians with solid fundamentals welcome
• GDS2 or equivalent GM diagnostic platform experience preferred
• Strong diagnostic foundation -- able to work through multi-system problems accurately and efficiently, including 4WD and cold-weather wear patterns common in Alaska
• ASE certifications a strong plus -- GM factory certifications highly valued
• Low comeback rate and a quality standard you own
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

WHAT WE OFFER

• $22.50/hr flat rate
• Progressive pay plan -- GM factory certifications and tenure increase your rate over time
• Paid GM manufacturer training and certification support
• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Clear career path -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

WHY CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF ANCHORAGE

• Four active American brands under one roof -- consistent volume across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac means steady flat-rate hours and real earning potential
• Alaska's conditions make the diagnostic work here genuinely challenging and meaningful -- vehicles work harder, wear patterns are distinct, and the technicians who get it right earn lasting guest loyalty
• Anchorage is a close-knit community where your neighbors are your guests -- quality work here builds a reputation that follows you
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests

If you're an experienced flat-rate technician ready to bring your skills to a high-volume Anchorage dealership where consistent work, Alaska-caliber diagnostic challenges, and a community that depends on you combine into a career worth building -- we'd like to meet you.