General Service Technician

Big Brand Tire & Service; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Commission & overtime

Paid vacation

Insurance coverage

401(k) company match

Career growth

Job summary

American Tire Depot in Fullerton is seeking a General Service Technician to mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires, perform oil changes, and handle routine inspections. You’ll diagnose brakes, assist with suspension work, and support a fast-paced shop environment.

This role offers growth into higher-level positions, with a focus on teamwork, safety, and delivering elite service to customers.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional automotive service experience (tires, oil, brakes, suspension, alignments).
• Hands-on ability with preventative maintenance and light mechanical work.
• Valid driver's license, clean record.
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop.

Responsibilities

• Mount, dismount, balance, and rotate tires.
• Repair flats and perform oil changes.
• Document findings from courtesy inspections.
• Test and install batteries; diagnose brake jobs.
• Handle suspension repairs and alignments.
• Replace under-hood components; stock inventory; maintain shop safety.
• Work with the team to deliver fast, elite service.

Skills

Tires & brakes

Automotive service

Suspension work

Driver's license

Team player

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

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.

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.