Junior Automotive Technician - Training & Growth

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonus potential

Paid training

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs while sharpening diagnostic skills with experienced technicians. This role offers paid training, a safety-focused shop, and opportunities to grow into more advanced roles.

You'll gain hands-on coaching, work a flexible schedule including weekends, and develop skills toward Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, and Lead Technician

Qualifications

• 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 escalate concerns when appropriate.
• Basic proficiency with shop technology, including Digital Vehicle Inspection/Multi-Point Inspection tools, scan tools for code retrieval, and computerized systems for documentation.
• Ability to possess and utilize basic tools required to perform the functions of the role successfully.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 escalate 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.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Coachable

Safety-focused

Follow procedures

Willing to ask for help

Basic shop technology proficiency

Tool usage

Valid driver's license

Able to work weekends

18+ years old

Education

Technical or vocational school training

ASE certification or willingness to obtain certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital Vehicle Inspection tools

Multi-Point Inspection tools

Scan tools

Computerized documentation systems

Basic hand tools

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Entry-Level Automotive Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs while sharpening diagnostic skills with experienced technicians. This role offers paid training, a safety-focused shop, and opportunities to grow into more advanced roles.

You'll gain hands-on coaching, work a flexible schedule including weekends, and develop skills toward Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, and Lead Technician