General Service Technician

Big Brand Tire & Service; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Paid vacation

Insurance package

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

ASE reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

American Tire Depot is seeking a General Service Technician to join a results-focused team in Costa Mesa, CA. You will perform tire services, oil changes, brake work, and other preventative maintenance, contributing to a fast-paced, safety-conscious shop environment.

The role offers potential career growth into mechanic, service advisor, or management positions, along with a competitive hourly rate, overtime, and benefits. Must be able to lift 70 lbs and work a weekend schedule.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience.
• Hands-on ability with both preventative maintenance and light mechanical work.
• Valid driver's license, clean record, and ability to lift 70 lbs.
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail.
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop.
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability, ready to support the team during peak business hours.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters.
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings.
• Test and install batteries; diagnose and perform brake jobs.
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms).
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs.
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators).
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards.
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service.

Skills

Automotive experience

Preventative maintenance

Light mechanical work

Driver's license

Lifting 70 lbs

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Weekend availability

Job description

General Service Technician

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

Description

GeneralService Technician

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization — plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management positions, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions

General Service Technician:

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires
• Repair flats, perform oil changes, replace filters
• Perform courtesy inspections and document findings
• Test and install batteries Diagnose and perform brake jobs (disc/drum, lathe work)
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators)
• Stock inventory and maintain shop cleanliness and safety standards
• Work as a team to deliver fast, accurate, elite service

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension, alignments)
• Hands-on ability with both preventative maintenance and light mechanical work
• Valid driver's license, clean record, and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability, ready to support the team during peak business hours

American Tire Depotis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.