Motorcycle Technician - Black Hills Harley Davidson

Sonic Automotive; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Flat Rate pay and bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

No monthly premium for technicians

Gym memberships

Travel discounts

Career growth in a Fortune 500 company

Job summary

Black Hills Harley-Davidson seeks a Certified Motorcycle Technician to join our team of passionate professionals. This role focuses on diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, with up-to-date factory certifications and the ability to work independently.

The technician will perform factory-authorized maintenance, troubleshooting, tuning, and accessories installations, while documenting work in our repair order system and maintaining a safe, OSHA-compliant shop

Qualifications

• Graduate of MMI, UTI, or equivalent motorcycle training.
• Professional experience as motorcycle technician; Harley-Davidson experience strongly preferred.
• Valid motorcycle endorsement on driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment background check, MVR, and drug screening.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform factory-authorized maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Harley-Davidson motorcycles and related products
• Troubleshoot and repair engines, electrical systems, suspensions, transmissions, and drivetrains in accordance with H-D factory standards
• Complete performance tuning, custom upgrades, and accessory installations with expert-level precision
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) to ensure motorcycles meet Harley-Davidson factory specifications and safety requirements
• Execute warranty, recall, and customer-pay repairs per Harley-Davidson guidelines, ensuring proper documentation and quality standards
• Accurately document all work performed using the dealership’s repair order system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work environment
• Collaborate effectively with service advisors and the parts department to ensure timely and efficient job completion
• Stay current with Harley-Davidson factory training, technical bulletins, and new model releases

Education

MMI/UTI motorcycle program or equivalent training

Job description

Motorcycle Technician - Black Hills Harley Davidson

• Full-time
• Dealership: 613 - Black Hills Harley-Davidson

Black Hills Harley-Davidson® is a full-service Harley-Davidson® dealership and is home to the largest selection of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, parts, accessories, and MotorClothes® apparel in the MIDWEST! Our inviting store is nestled just west of Rapid City - in the heart of the Black Hills of South Dakota. We're known nationwide for being a premier dealership with Certified Harley-Davidson® Technicians, friendly parts staff, helpful motorclothes associates and a knowledgeable Motorcycle Sales Team that can help you with the purchase of your new Harley-Davidson® or with one of our hundreds of pre-owned motorcycles available. Each year Black Hills Harley-Davidson® plays host to over 100 of the industry's best brands and companies who showcase their products on our 40-acre layout during the world-famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally which we call “The Rally at Exit 55”.

Summary:

Black Hills Harley-Davidson is seeking a Certified Motorcycle Technician to join our team of passionate professionals. This role requires a strong background in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, along with up-to-date factory certifications.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform factory-authorized maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Harley-Davidson motorcycles and related products
• Troubleshoot and repair engines, electrical systems, suspensions, transmissions, and drivetrains in accordance with H-D factory standards
• Complete performance tuning, custom upgrades, and accessory installations with expert-level precision
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) to ensure motorcycles meet Harley-Davidson factory specifications and safety requirements
• Execute warranty, recall, and customer-pay repairs per Harley-Davidson guidelines, ensuring proper documentation and quality standards
• Accurately document all work performed using the dealership’s repair order system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work environment
• Collaborate effectively with service advisors and the parts department to ensure timely and efficient job completion
• Stay current with Harley-Davidson factory training, technical bulletins, and new model releases

• Graduate of MMI (Motorcycle Mechanics Institute), UTI motorcycle program, or equivalent formal motorcycle technician training
• Professional experience as a motorcycle technician; Harley-Davidson experience strongly preferred
• Ability to perform diagnostics and repairs independently in accordance with Harley-Davidson standards
• Valid motorcycle endorsement on driver’s license
• Must pass pre-employment background check, MVR, and drug screening
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Harley-Davidson factory certifications (e.g., Bronze, Silver, or higher)
• Experience with performance upgrades, Dyno tuning, and custom builds
• Familiarity with dealership service systems and electronic repair order software

Compensation: Flat Rate (Paid per Flagged Hour)

• Annual compensation ranges from $75,000 to $125,000+
  • Depending on experience, certifications, and flag hours
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified technicians
• Flat rate bonus paid annually based on hours turned and tenure*

Schedule:

• Sundays & Mondays off
• $0 Monthly Premium for Technicians**
• Reduced Rates for Dependent Coverage**
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Increases with Tenure
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service
• Free & Discounted Gym Memberships
• Travel Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Rentals
• Career Growth within a Fortune 500 Company

*Tenure bonus eligibility begins after 6 months.
**Coverage begins at hire; premium-free medical starts after 1 year of service.

All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines