Senior Automotive Technician: Advanced Diagnostics & Leadership

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician in Missouri. The role involves diagnosing and repairing across vehicle systems, mentoring technicians, and ensuring repairs meet manufacturer and MAP standards. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, with opportunities for career growth.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, ASE certifications, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends. Strong communication with customers and team is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years automotive technician experience diagnosing and repairing across multiple vehicle systems, able to handle complex repairs independently.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information with a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work or equivalent competency with ongoing training.
• Valid driver’s license and clean Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License where applicable or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough Digital Vehicle and Multi-Point Inspections with measurements, notes, photos, and prioritized safety findings.
• Lead diagnosis of complex mechanical, electrical, drivability, intermittent and comeback issues using tools and testing.
• Complete advanced electrical, drivability, and major mechanical repairs per standards.
• Validate repairs with road tests, relearns/resets, safety checks to prevent repeats.
• Support quality control by verifying repairs and flagging gaps.
• Explain repair options, priorities, risks, and outcomes clearly to Managers and Service Advisors.
• Explain complex issues to customers to build trust.
• Mentor and coach other technicians on diagnostic best practices.
• Model safe work practices and PPE adherence.

Skills

Diagnose independently

Communication

Mentoring others

Flexible schedule

Customer-facing explanations

Education

ASE certifications or equivalent

State Inspector License (where applicable)

High school diploma / technical training

Tools

Diagnostic scan tools

Meters

Service information systems

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician in Missouri. The role involves diagnosing and repairing across vehicle systems, mentoring technicians, and ensuring repairs meet manufacturer and MAP standards. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, with opportunities for career growth.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, ASE certifications, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends. Strong communication with customers and team is essential.