Lead Automotive Technician: Diagnostics, Leadership & Service

pepboyscareers; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

Supplemental benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and holiday pay

DailyPay (on-demand pay)

Reduced benefits for part-time

Job summary

Pep Boys is hiring a Technician in Largo, FL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and deliver superior service by educating customers on problems and solutions. The role involves leading a small team, mentoring peers, and ensuring a tidy, safe shop environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of automotive diagnostic experience, ASE certifications, and a valid driver's license, with willingness to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends. Pre-employment background check is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of automotive diagnostic/repair experience.
• 4+ ASE certifications preferred (A4/A5 plus two from A1/A6/A7/A8/L1).
• Section 609 certification required.
• State Inspection license if applicable.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair brake, hydraulic, exhaust, ignition and electrical, suspension, A/C, and computer systems.
• Explain diagnoses and needed repairs to customers and colleagues.
• Lead and mentor technicians to improve customer care and shop efficiency.
• Keep management informed of repair issues and shop status.
• Assist fellow technicians with technical tasks.
• Adhere to company policies, safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Automotive diagnosis

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ASE certifications (A4/A5 etc)

Section 609 certification

State Inspection license

Job description

Pep Boys is hiring a Technician in Largo, FL to diagnose drivability and electrical systems and deliver superior service by educating customers on problems and solutions. The role involves leading a small team, mentoring peers, and ensuring a tidy, safe shop environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of automotive diagnostic experience, ASE certifications, and a valid driver's license, with willingness to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends. Pre-employment background check is required.