Lead Automotive Technician

The Pep Boys Manny Moe & Jack of California; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

401(k) with company match

PTO and holiday pay

On-demand pay (DailyPay)

Reduced benefits for part-time team

Job summary

The Pep Boys Manny Moe & Jack of California in California is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a shop team to improve customer care. You will interact with customers and educate them on problems and proposed solutions for their vehicles.

Candidates should have 3+ years of diagnostic/repair experience and ASE certs. A 609 certification and a valid driver’s license are required; availability for days, nights, holidays, and weekends

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of automotive mechanical diagnosis and repair experience.
• 4+ ASE certifications preferred (A4, A5 plus choose two: A1/A6/A7/A8/L1).
• Section 609 certification required and state inspection license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brake, hydraulic, exhaust, fuel ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computer systems.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to customers and employees.
• Lead and mentor a shop team to improve customer care and efficiency.
• Stay current with new automotive tech through formal training.
• Maintain an organized, safe shop and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Automotive diagnosis

Problem solving

Leadership

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4+ ASE certifications preferred

Section 609 certification

State Inspection license (if applicable)

Job description

The Pep Boys Manny Moe & Jack of California in California is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and lead a shop team to improve customer care. You will interact with customers and educate them on problems and proposed solutions for their vehicles.

Candidates should have 3+ years of diagnostic/repair experience and ASE certs. A 609 certification and a valid driver’s license are required; availability for days, nights, holidays, and weekends