Senior Automotive Technician: Advanced Diagnostics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in the United States is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex mechanical and electrical repairs, aligning with manufacturer and MAP guidelines. This role suits experienced technicians who enjoy solving tough problems, mentoring others, and growing in the trade.

You’ll be the go-to technical resource, support quality control on high-risk work, and collaborate with store managers and service advisors to communicate clear repair

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License, where applicable, or ability to obtain.
• 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

Advanced diagnostics

Communication

Leadership/mentoring

Education

ASE certifications

Tools

Scan tools

Meters

Service information

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in the United States is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnostics and complex mechanical and electrical repairs, aligning with manufacturer and MAP guidelines. This role suits experienced technicians who enjoy solving tough problems, mentoring others, and growing in the trade.

You’ll be the go-to technical resource, support quality control on high-risk work, and collaborate with store managers and service advisors to communicate clear repair