Senior Automotive Diagnostics Technician

Pep Boys; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

Supplemental benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and holiday pay

On-demand pay partner (DailyPay)

Reduced benefits available for part‑t‑

Job summary

Pep Boys in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, and to use leadership to drive a team toward higher customer care. You will interact with customers, explain findings and recommended repairs, and continually learn new automotive tech through formal training.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 3+ years of diagnostic/repair experience, ASE certifications, 609 certification, a valid driver's license, and ability to

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience.
• 4 or more ASE certifications are PREFERRED for this position (A4 Steering and Suspension & A5 Brakes, plus 2 from the following: A1 Engine Repair, A6 Electrical, A7 HVAC, A8 Engine Performance, L1 Advanced Engine Performance)
• Section 609 certification required
• State Inspection license if applicable
• High level of motivation, energy and a customer-focused attitude.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to specifications -- brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems.
• Perform job duties of all lower job descriptions (Technician B, Mechanic, General Service Technician).
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include employees and customers on an as-required basis.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Electrical systems

Repair experience

Customer-facing skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Pep Boys in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, and to use leadership to drive a team toward higher customer care. You will interact with customers, explain findings and recommended repairs, and continually learn new automotive tech through formal training.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 3+ years of diagnostic/repair experience, ASE certifications, 609 certification, a valid driver's license, and ability to