Experienced Automotive Technician | 5+ Years | Up to $120K+ - 2651

Promotive

Sparks (NV)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with employer conrib
Family medical coverage
Paid time off
Sick time
Paid holidays
Paid training
Uniforms provided
Toolbox relocation assistance

Job summary

Promotive in Sparks, NV is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Automotive Technician to diagnose complex vehicle issues. The role offers hourly pay plus production bonuses, with earning potential up to $120,000+ annually based on experience and production.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, with benefits including medical, PTO, holidays, training, and uniforms. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of repair experience and strong diagnostic and electrical skills across domestic, Asian, and European

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience.
  • Intermediate to advanced automotive diagnostic capabilities.
  • Strong electrical, drivability, and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience working on a variety of domestic, Asian, and European vehicles.
  • Light-duty diesel experience is a plus; ASE certifications are a plus but not required.
  • Must provide personal automotive tools appropriate for the work performed.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose complex automotive mechanical, electrical, and drivability concerns.
  • Troubleshoot EVAP system faults, misfires, electrical issues, and communication/bus concerns.
  • Perform transmission diagnostics and identify appropriate repair needs.
  • Complete general automotive repairs and maintenance as workflow requires.
  • Inspect vehicles and accurately identify needed repairs.
  • Diagnose and repair domestic, Asian, and European vehicles.
  • Work on light-duty diesel vehicles, including fleet applications.
  • Complete repairs accurately while supporting an efficient shop workflow.

Skills

Diagnostics
Electrical
Drivability
Mechanical
Diesel experience
ASE certifications

Job description

Diagnostic Automotive Technician | 5+ Years | Up to $120K+

Location: Sparks, Nevada
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Pay Type: Hourly plus production bonus (based on experience)
Pay Schedule: Weekly
Earning Potential: Up to $120,000+ annually based on experience and production
Typical Flagged Hours: 30-40 per week

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About This Opportunity

An established automotive repair shop is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Automotive Technician in Sparks, Nevada. This position is ideal for a strong technician with advanced diagnostic skills who can accurately troubleshoot a wide range of vehicle concerns.

The role offers hourly compensation with production bonuses and earning potential up to $120,000+ annually based on experience and production. The shop operates Monday through Friday and provides medical benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, paid training, and uniforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose complex automotive mechanical, electrical, and drivability concerns
  • Troubleshoot EVAP system faults, misfires, electrical issues, and communication/bus concerns
  • Perform transmission diagnostics and identify appropriate repair needs
  • Complete general automotive repairs and maintenance as workflow requires
  • Inspect vehicles and accurately identify needed repairs
  • Diagnose and repair domestic, Asian, and European vehicles
  • Work on light-duty diesel vehicles, including fleet applications
  • Complete repairs accurately while supporting an efficient shop workflow

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience
  • Intermediate to advanced automotive diagnostic capabilities
  • Strong electrical, drivability, and mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience working on a variety of domestic, Asian, and European vehicles
  • Light-duty diesel experience is a plus, particularly with Chevrolet, Ford, and Ram 2500/3500 vehicles
  • ASE certifications are a plus but are not required
  • Must provide personal automotive tools appropriate for the work performed
  • Earning potential up to $120,000+ annually based on experience and production.
  • Production bonus tiers provide an additional $5 per hour at 30 flagged hours, $10 per hour at 35 flagged hours, and $15 per hour at 40 flagged hours
  • Medical insurance with a $400 employer contribution toward employee coverage
  • Family medical coverage available with the employee responsible for additional cost
  • Paid time off
  • Sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid training and in-shop training opportunities
  • Uniforms provided
  • Toolbox relocation assistance available

Why Work Here

This independent repair shop offers a Monday-Friday schedule and a team-oriented environment led by an owner with hands-on technician experience. The facility has six lifts, seven to eight service bays, an alignment rack, and professional diagnostic equipment.

The workload includes approximately 70% domestic, 20% Asian, and 10% European vehicles, with fleet work representing approximately 30% of the business. The technician hired for this position will focus heavily on diagnostics while assisting with general repair and maintenance when needed.

Apply today and complete your initial screening with Paige for the opportunity to join this Sparks automotive repair team.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

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