Senior Auto Diagnostics Tech — Mon–Fri, High Earnings

Promotive; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Opportunity to grow into a Shop Forem​

Job summary

Costa Auto Care and Tire in Oakland, CA is seeking a highly skilled automotive technician to diagnose and repair complex electrical and drivability issues. The role emphasizes diagnostic accuracy, use of advanced tools, and collaboration with service advisors.

You will maintain a production goal of 50–52 flagged hours per 40-hour week, mentor junior technicians, and work with industry-leading equipment to deliver quality repairs without weekend shifts. Strong ASE credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional automotive repair experience performing A-Level diagnostics and repairs.
• Advanced experience diagnosing electrical systems and CAN bus/network faults.
• Strong wiring diagrams and factory diagnostic procedures knowledge.
• Own professional automotive diagnostic tools.
• ASE Master Technician or ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and repair across multiple makes/models and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex electrical systems and drivability concerns.
• Perform accurate diagnostics and repairs across many makes/models.
• Use advanced scan tools and oscilloscope for fault isolation.
• Complete thorough DVIs with photos, findings and recommendations.
• Verify repairs through inspections, diagnostics, and road tests as needed.
• Maintain a production goal of 50-52 flagged hours per 40-hour week.
• Collaborate with service advisors to communicate findings clearly.
• Mentor developing technicians and grow diagnostic capabilities.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

CAN bus faults

Drivability issues

Team mentorship

Independent diagnosis

Education

ASE Master Technician or ASE L1 preferred

Tools

Pico Oscilloscope

ATS eScan Elite

TOPDON Phoenix Max

Autoland

Shift

AutoVitals

Tekmetric

Job description

Costa Auto Care and Tire in Oakland, CA is seeking a highly skilled automotive technician to diagnose and repair complex electrical and drivability issues. The role emphasizes diagnostic accuracy, use of advanced tools, and collaboration with service advisors.

You will maintain a production goal of 50–52 flagged hours per 40-hour week, mentor junior technicians, and work with industry-leading equipment to deliver quality repairs without weekend shifts. Strong ASE credentials are preferred.