Mechanic

Big Brand Tire & Service; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking a Mechanic in California to diagnose and repair vehicles. You will perform brake work, suspension repairs, alignments, and tire service as part of a fast-paced team focused on exceptional customer experiences.

The role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities within a supportive shop environment. We value accuracy, safety, and a willingness to continue learning across diagnostic tasks and leadership pathways, with benefits that include compensation,

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional mechanical experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean record.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs.
• Detail-oriented and team-driven.
• Motivated to advance 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

Brake systems

Suspension

Steering

Alignments

Diagnostics interest

Team-oriented

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

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.

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

About Big Brand Tire & Service

For more than 50 years, Big Brand Tire & Service has been a trusted name in tires and auto repair. With hundreds of locations across the country and a growing footprint, we're serious about two things: delivering world-class service to our customers and being an employer of choice by creating opportunities for our people to grow and build rewarding careers.

Big Brand Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace