Junior Automotive Tech—Hands-On Repairs & Growth Path

Sun Auto Tire and Service; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Closed Sundays

Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

6 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Co

Discounted Services on Personal and IM

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service is hiring a Junior Automotive Technician for an immediate opening in Festus, MO. The role involves basic automotive diagnostics, oil changes, tire services, and light maintenance such as brakes, suspension, and alignments.

Compensation is $20–$27 per hour plus a flag rate. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. Ability to work weekends required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of previous automotive technician experience.
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of computerized equipment for diagnostics.
• Current, valid Driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to obtain a State Inspector License (in applicable locations) is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic mechanical repairs based on level of experience.
• Performs tire mounting/dismounting, wheel balance and tire rotation.
• Performs oil changes, fluid changes and power flushes and other basic services.
• Utilizes the company’s Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order to properly document the vehicle condition.
• Conducts State Safety and Emission Inspections (in applicable locations) on vehicles in an ethical manner following all company and state guidelines.
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to direct supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends as needed. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Adheres to Sun Auto’s core values, and all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Sun Auto Tire & Service Employee Handbook.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computerized diagnostics tools

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service is hiring a Junior Automotive Technician for an immediate opening in Festus, MO. The role involves basic automotive diagnostics, oil changes, tire services, and light maintenance such as brakes, suspension, and alignments.

Compensation is $20–$27 per hour plus a flag rate. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. Ability to work weekends required.