Flat-Rate Auto Technician - Fast-Paced Shop, Growth & Benefits

Volkswagen of Puyallup; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Busy shops with consistent work

Competitive hourly and flat-rate pay

Performance bonuses

Modern facilities and equipment

Manufacturer training & cert support

Family-owned, People Matter

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Ongoing leadership & development

Job summary

Harnish Auto Family is seeking a skilled Flat-Rate Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles in a fast-paced dealership setting. The role emphasizes delivering quality work efficiently and completing warranty and customer-pay repairs to manufacturer standards.

The ideal candidate has proven flat-rate experience, strong diagnostic skills across multiple vehicle systems, and ASE or manufacturer certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a flat-rate automotive technician.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across multiple vehicle systems.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take coaching in a fast-paced shop.
• ASE and/or manufacturer certifications preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical requirements.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles accurately and efficiently.
• Complete warranty and customer-pay repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Perform multi-point inspections and recommend needed repairs.
• Accurately document repair findings and completed work.
• Maintain productivity while delivering high-quality repairs.

Skills

Flat-rate experience

Diagnostics & repair

Quality-focused

ASE certifications

Willingness to learn

Computer literacy

Team communication

Speed and accuracy

Physical strength (50 lbs)

Strong work ethic

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability & punctuality

Manual transmission (bonus)

Job description

Harnish Auto Family is seeking a skilled Flat-Rate Automotive Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles in a fast-paced dealership setting. The role emphasizes delivering quality work efficiently and completing warranty and customer-pay repairs to manufacturer standards.

The ideal candidate has proven flat-rate experience, strong diagnostic skills across multiple vehicle systems, and ASE or manufacturer certifications preferred.