Senior Automotive Technician

Sun Auto Service; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bi-weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000

Paid vacation and sick time

6 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance (company paid)

401(k) retirement savings plan with 2%

Discounted services on personal and [n

Job summary

Bruce's Tire & Auto Service in San Jose, CA seeks an experienced Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair customer vehicles to Bruce's standards. The role operates under MAP guidelines and emphasizes reliability and thoroughness in service.

The position offers $30–$50 per hour plus a productivity bonus, with a family-like atmosphere and growth opportunities within the shop. Sun Auto Tire & Service backs competitive benefits and ongoing ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair vehicles per MAP guidelines and Bruce's standards.
• Maintain ASE certifications and renewals as needed.
• Explain diagnoses and repairs to customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses vehicles according to the appropriate level of certifications/experience.
• Performs work as outlined on the Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Explains technical diagnosis and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include the Store Manager, Service Consultants and/or customers.
• Recommends services that are necessary to keep the customer’s vehicle in running condition; properly documents all recommendations in customer file.
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
• Maintains appropriate ASE certifications and renewals of expiring certifications.

Skills

Senior automotive technician

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASE certification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Bruce's Tire & Auto Service has been in business since 1936 and has been operated by the same family for generations. We strive to create a family-like atmosphere for our team, and our customers. We specialize in everything that rolls. From passenger and light truck tires to medium truck tires, to industrial and agricultural tires. Bruce's also specializes in mechanical repairs, such as brakes, suspension, and engine diagnostics. We are looking for good people that we can grow with.

The Automotive Technician is responsible for effectively and efficiently diagnosing and repairing customer vehicles while adhering to the MAP guidelines and in accordance with dealership, manufacturer’s, and Bruce's standards.

COMPENSATION: $30/hr - $50/hr, to include hourly plus productivity bonus.

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 (Effective 1st of the Month after Hire)
• 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:

• Diagnoses vehicles according to the appropriate level of certifications/experience.
• Performs work as outlined on the Multi-point Inspection and/or Repair Order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Explains technical diagnosis and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include the Store Manager, Service Consultants and/or customers.
• Recommends services that are necessary to keep the customer’s vehicle in running condition; properly documents all recommendations in customer file.
• Follows all safety procedures and reports any concerns to the Shop Foreman or Store Manager.
• Maintains appropriate ASE certifications and renewals of expiring certifications.

Qualifications:

• Experienced senior automitive technician
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prefer a minimum of one unexpired ASE or equivalent experience or training
• Possess valid driver’s license
• Ability to work five days per week

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.