Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Swickard Auto Group; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing manufacturer training and cert

Employee vehicle purchase and service

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group, at the Toyota 101 store in Redwood City, is seeking an experienced automotive technician. The role focuses on high-volume diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to Toyota standards with consistent hours and a disciplined workflow.

You will work in a shop built on systems, with leadership that clears obstacles so you can focus on fixing vehicles right the first time. If you value steady work, accuracy, and a path to growth, this is the place.

Qualifications

• 2+ years prior automotive technician experience.
• ASE certifications or Toyota experience preferred.
• Strong diagnostic ability.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Team-first attitude and steady communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to Toyota standards.
• Complete warranty and customer-pay repairs accurately and efficiently.
• Execute multi-point inspections with integrity and clear documentation.
• Communicate findings clearly to service advisors.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Follow dealership and manufacturer compliance standards.

Skills

Automotive technician experience

Diagnostics

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Redwood City, CA | High-Volume Store | Steady Workflow

At Swickard, hospitality doesn’t stop in the showroom — it continues in the service bay.

At Toyota 101, we run a disciplined, high-volume operation where technicians have consistent hours, clear standards, and leadership that removes obstacles so you can focus on what you do best: fixing vehicles right the first time. If you value steady work, efficiency, and a shop built on systems — you’ll fit here.

About Us

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell cars. Across 40+ rooftops, we scale performance through standards, training, and repeatable processes. Toyota 101 is a fast-paced store with strong customer loyalty and consistent service traffic — creating real opportunity for flat-rate technicians who know how to produce.

What You’ll Work On

• Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to Toyota standards
• Complete warranty and customer-pay repairs accurately and efficiently
• Execute multi-point inspections with integrity and clear documentation
• Communicate findings clearly to service advisors
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
• Follow dealership and manufacturer compliance standards

How We Operate (Built for Production)

• Consistent RO flow from a high-volume service department
• Strong parts processes to reduce downtime
• Modern tools and equipment
• Clear dispatch structure
• Leadership focused on throughput and quality — not chaos

Performance Expectations

• 40–60+ flat-rate hours per week (based on skill and efficiency)
• Efficiency target: 100%+
• Comeback rate: <1%
• Safety and compliance: 100% adherence

What It Takes

• 2+ years prior automotive technician experience
• ASE certifications or Toyota experience preferred
• Strong diagnostic ability
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Team-first attitude and steady communication

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive flat-rate pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing manufacturer training and certification support
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

Why Toyota 101

• High car count = real earning potential
• Stable leadership and structured shop processes
• Growth path within Swickard’s multi-store platform
• A culture built on integrity, consistency, and follow-through