Senior Auto Diagnostic Technician & Mentor

Bruce's Tire; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Bruce's Tire in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair complex vehicle systems. You will lead diagnostic work, mentor junior technicians, and ensure repairs meet manufacturer and company standards.

Responsibilities include comprehensive inspections, advanced electrical and drivability repairs, road tests, and clear communication with store managers, service advisors, and customers. The role offers a path toward leadership and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience diagnosing and repairing multiple vehicle systems.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information, with a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency and commitment to ongoing training.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License where required, or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough Digital Vehicle and Multi-Point Inspections with accurate measurements, notes, photos, and prioritized safety findings.
• Lead diagnosis of complex mechanical, electrical, drivability, intermittent, and comeback concerns using scan tools, meters, and systematic testing.
• Complete advanced electrical, drivability, and major mechanical repairs to manufacturer and company standards.
• Validate every repair with road tests, relearns/resets, and safety-critical checks to help prevent repeat failures.
• Support quality control by verifying repairs and flagging process gaps that drive comebacks.
• Explain repair options, priorities, risks, and expected outcomes clearly to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
• Mentor and coach other technicians, sharing diagnostic and repair best practices.

Skills

Independent diagnosis

Clear communication

Mentoring teammates

Problem solving

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

Scan tools

Meters

Service information

Job description

Bruce's Tire in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair complex vehicle systems. You will lead diagnostic work, mentor junior technicians, and ensure repairs meet manufacturer and company standards.

Responsibilities include comprehensive inspections, advanced electrical and drivability repairs, road tests, and clear communication with store managers, service advisors, and customers. The role offers a path toward leadership and ongoing training.