Senior Auto Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Mentoring

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Benefits package

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Plano, TX is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs with a focus on quality. You will inspect, diagnose, and execute repairs across mechanical and electrical systems, while mentoring junior technicians and upholding MAP guidelines and company standards.

The role offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities, paid training, and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus paid time

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience with diagnosis across vehicle systems and ability to handle complex repairs independently.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information with a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent competency, with ongoing training.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License, in applicable locations, or ability to obtain and maintain as required by the store.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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.
• Help explain complex issues to customers to build trust and confidence.
• Mentor and coach other technicians, sharing diagnostic and repair best practices.
• Model safe work practices, use required PPE, maintain tools and equipment, and follow company policies and shop procedures.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Mentoring

Flexible schedule

Age 18+

Education

ASE certifications or equivalent

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

Scan tools

Meters

Service information

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Plano, TX is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs with a focus on quality. You will inspect, diagnose, and execute repairs across mechanical and electrical systems, while mentoring junior technicians and upholding MAP guidelines and company standards.

The role offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities, paid training, and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus paid time