Mechanic

Big Brand Tire & Service; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate + commission

Overtime opportunities

Paid vacation

Insurance: medical

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

ASE reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

American Tire Depot in Lemon Grove, CA, is seeking a Mechanic to join a results-focused, performance-driven team. You will diagnose and repair brakes and suspensions, perform alignments, replace under-hood components, mount and balance tires, and carry out routine maintenance to keep customers safely on the road.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate with commission and overtime, plus paid vacation, comprehensive insurance, a 401(k) match, and opportunities for growth into diagnostic or

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of professional mechanical experience.
• Skilled in brakes, suspension, steering, and alignments.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Detail oriented and team driven.
• Motivated to progress into diagnostics and leadership.
• Open availability, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform brake jobs (disc/drum, lathe work).
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms).
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs.
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators, belts, hoses).
• Mount, dismount, and balance tires.
• Perform oil changes and preventative maintenance.
• Test and install batteries.
• Keep shop organized, stocked, and safe.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Brake systems

Suspension systems

Alignments

Valid driver's license

Detail oriented

Team driven

Diagnostics interest

Job description

Mechanic

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

Description

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization - plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth - with progression into Diagnostic Mechanic, Service Advisor, or Management, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions.

Mechanic

• Diagnose and perform brake jobs (disc/drum, lathe work)
• Handle suspension repairs (struts, shocks, control arms)
• Perform alignments and steering system repairs
• Replace under-hood components (water pumps, alternators, radiators, belts, hoses)
• Mount, dismount, and balance tires
• Perform oil changes and preventative maintenance
• Test and install batteries
• Keep shop organized, stocked, and safe

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 2-3 years of professional mechanical experience
• Skilled in brakes, suspension, steering, and alignments
• Valid driver's license, clean record, and ability to lift 70 lbs
• Detail-oriented and team-driven
• Motivated to push into diagnostics and leadership
• Open availability, including weekends, to handle repairs and keep guests safely on the road during our busiest times

American Tire Depotis an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.