General Service Technician

Big Brand Tire & Service; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Insurance plans

401(k) with company match

Referral bonuses

ASE reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

American Tire Depot in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a General Service Technician to join our fast-paced shop. You will mount, dismount, balance tires, perform oil changes, replace filters, and conduct courtesy inspections while documenting findings.

We value hands-on maintenance, problem-solving, and a reliable attitude; a valid driver's license is required and you must be able to lift 70 lbs. The role offers competitive hourly pay with overtime and opportunities to advance into mechanics or service

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, and ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail.
• Motivated to grow and thrive in a fast-paced shop.
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability to support 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 service

Maintenance & repairs

Brake service

Tire service

Driver's license

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.