Senior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Tire and Service; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Company paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 2%

Discounted Services

Opportunity for Advancement

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair customer vehicles in a fast-paced shop environment in Mission Viejo, CA. The role covers brake work, suspensions, alignments, tire service, and routine maintenance, following MAP guidelines and company standards.

We offer competitive hourly pay with potential flag-rate earnings, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and retirement plans. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Prior automotive technician experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work five days per week, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Brake service and repairs.
• Inspect and service suspension components and alignments.
• Replace front-end parts and perform preventive maintenance.
• Repair or replace tires and perform oil changes.
• Assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Automotive experience

Valid driver\'s license

Weekend availability

Job description

Overview

Powered by the Sun Auto Network, Ramona Tire & Service Centers delivers reliable tire and full-service automotive repair as part of a trusted network of 500+ locations nationwide. From oil changes and brake repairs to new tires and engine diagnostics, you can count on thorough service supported by Digital Vehicle Inspections, a nationwide warranty, and flexible financing options. Proudly serving the Louisville Metro Area, we’re committed to honest, no-nonsense automotive care that keeps you safe on the road, with the personal attention of a local shop and the strength of a national network behind it.

The Senior Automotive Technician is responsible for effectively and efficiently diagnosing and repairing customer vehicles while adhering to the MAP guidelines and in accordance with dealership, manufacturers, and Ramona Tire standards.

Pay Range: $27–$40 per hour in total compensation, which includes an hourly base plus additional earnings through a flag/flat-rate system.

We are open to bringing on a Junior level technican. That compensation would be $22-$27 per hour in base polus flag rate.

Benefits:

• Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annually
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
• Opportunity for Advancement!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Brake Jobs
• Suspension components
• Alignments
• Front end parts
• Preventive maintenance items
• Tire repair/replacement
• Oil Changes
• And more

Qualifications:

• Previous automotive technician experience required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess valid driver’s license
• Ability to work a minimum of five days per week, including Saturday’s

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

The Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:

• Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
• Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.