Express Automotive Technician

Titus-Will Toyota; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Company uniforms

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Titus-Will Toyota in Tacoma, WA is hiring for a training-focused lube/maintenance technician role. This full-time position offers hands-on shop experience with the potential to certify as an automotive technician through Toyota training programs.

Starting pay is $20.00–$22.00 hourly, with increases after completing Toyota Maintenance Certification. Benefits include paid leave, holidays, insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• No prior automotive experience required; training is provided.
• Automotive, mechanical, or shop experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Interest in growing into a certified automotive technician

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance services including oil changes, tire rotations, and multi-point inspections
• Assist experienced technicians with vehicle diagnostics and repairs
• Road-test vehicles to verify repairs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow dealership safety and service procedures

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Growth into certified tech

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Titus-Will Toyota - Tacoma, WA Full-time

Titus-Will Toyota is part of the Titus-Will Automotive Group, a family-owned business serving the South Sound since 1938. Many of our employees have built long careers with us, and we offer clear growth paths for team members starting out in automotive service.

We're seeking motivated, career-oriented individuals who want to grow into certified automotive technicians. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and learning new skills, this is a strong place to start.

Lube or maintenance technician experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Compensation

• Pay range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. Starting rate is $20.00/hour, increasing to $22.00/hour upon successful completion of Toyota Maintenance Certification.
• Performance bonuses and incentives
• Paid factory training and certification opportunities

This role is a defined pathway to becoming a certified automotive technician within the Titus-Will Automotive Group.

Schedule

This is a full-time position, and Saturday availability is required. Our service department operates Monday through Saturday, and this role includes a fixed Saturday shift with a weekday off.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked
• Paid holidays
• Company-supplied uniforms
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan eligible after 90 days
• Employee discounts

Why Start Your Career at Titus-Will?

• Paid training and factory certification
• Mentorship from experienced technicians
• Current-generation diagnostic and service equipment
• Clear advancement into higher-level technician roles
• Stable, family-owned company serving the South Sound since 1938

Shop Environment

• Clean, well-lit shop with high throughput
• Current-generation technology and service equipment
• Strong parts department and support staff
• Team-focused culture that values safety, professionalism, and learning

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance services including oil changes, tire rotations, and multi-point inspections
• Assist experienced technicians with vehicle diagnostics and repairs
• Road-test vehicles to verify repairs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow dealership safety and service procedures

Qualifications

• No prior automotive experience required; training is provided
• Automotive, mechanical, or shop experience preferred
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in growing into a certified automotive technician
• Ability to work Saturdays

Physical Requirements

The following reflect the physical demands of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
• Bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead
• Working in a shop environment with varying temperatures, noise, and exposure to automotive fluids

Equal Employment Opportunity

Titus-Will Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, disability, use of a trained service animal, genetic information, honorably discharged veteran or military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pre-employment drug screening is required. Consistent with Washington law, our pre-employment screening does not test for non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites. Positions involving the operation of company or customer vehicles require a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.