Senior Automotive Tech: Advanced Diagnostics & Mentoring

Sun Auto Service; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus/commission

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement toward Lead Tech

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs, mentoring teammates and ensuring high-quality workmanship. You will lead multi‑system diagnoses, document findings, and communicate clear repair options to store managers and customers.

The role emphasizes safety, thorough testing, and hands-on development with ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement within the Sun Auto Network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems, with demonstrated ability to handle complex repairs independently.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information, with the ability to create and follow a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency, with commitment to 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.

Skills

Advanced diagnostic capability

Clear communication

Mentoring / leadership

Problem solving

Education

ASE certifications

State Inspector License (where applicable)

Tools

Scan tools

Meters

Service information systems

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs, mentoring teammates and ensuring high-quality workmanship. You will lead multi‑system diagnoses, document findings, and communicate clear repair options to store managers and customers.

The role emphasizes safety, thorough testing, and hands-on development with ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement within the Sun Auto Network.