Junior Automotive Technician: Paid Training & Growth

Sun Auto Service; Bowling Green (KY); In loco; USD 28.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Bonus or commission opportunities

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs under guidance, building diagnostic skills alongside experienced technicians.

We offer paid training, competitive hourly pay with bonus opportunities, benefits including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and clear career paths toward advanced technician roles. Join a values-driven team focused on quality work.

Competenze

• 0-2 years of automotive experience in a shop environment, or equivalent technical training.
• Ability to follow written procedures, torque specifications, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help, accept coaching, and upscale concerns when appropriate.
• Basic proficiency with shop technology, including DVIR tools, scan tools for code retrieval, and computerized documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License, in applicable locations, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire if required by the store.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Mansioni

• Perform Multi-Point and Digital Vehicle Inspections, accurately documenting findings, measurements, and photos to company standards.
• Complete maintenance and entry‑level repairs—oil and fluid services, filters, batteries, tires, brakes, and basic cooling, starting, and charging services.
• Handle tire mounting/dismounting, balancing, rotations, steering and suspension wear‑item replacement, and fluid flushes with appropriate oversight.
• Perform basic diagnostics with guidance (noise/vibration, brakes, starting/charging, code retrieval, and scan data), and upscale complex driveability, electrical, intermittent, or safety‑critical concerns to a senior or lead technician.
• Follow repair procedures—including torque specifications, bleed procedures, and post‑repair checks—and request verification when required by policy or experience level.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections in applicable locations, ethically and in line with all company and state guidelines.
• Communicate findings, needed approvals, and repair status to Store Managers and Service Advisors, and document recommendations in the customer record to support clear communication.
• Keep a clean, safe work area; properly use and care for tools, equipment, and vehicles; follow all safety, PPE, and environmental/hazardous‑waste requirements; and report hazards or equipment concerns.
• Collaborate with the team, accept coaching, participate in ongoing training, and complete other duties as assigned.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

Conoscenze

Mechanical aptitude

Coachable

Safety-focused

Follow procedures

Basic shop tools

Valid driver’s license

MVR check

State license / obtain within 30 days

Weekend availability

18+ years old

Formazione

Technical or vocational school training

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certification (preferred)

Strumenti

Digital Vehicle Inspection tools

Scan tools

Computerized documentation systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs under guidance, building diagnostic skills alongside experienced technicians.

We offer paid training, competitive hourly pay with bonus opportunities, benefits including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and clear career paths toward advanced technician roles. Join a values-driven team focused on quality work.