Senior Automotive Technician — Advanced Diagnostics & Mentoring

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Kingwood (WV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Kingwood, TX is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles across multiple systems, following manufacturer and MAP guidelines.

You will lead high‑level diagnostics, mentor junior technicians, and communicate repair options clearly to store managers and customers, while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced shop.

Qualifications

• 5+ years automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information.
• 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.

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 systemic 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.
• Explain repair options, priorities, risks, and expected outcomes clearly to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
• Mentor and coach other technicians, sharing diagnostic and repair best practices.

Skills

Advanced diagnostics

Leadership/mentoring

Communication skills

Diagnostics tools

Education

ASE certifications

State Inspector License (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Scan tools

Meters

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Kingwood, TX is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles across multiple systems, following manufacturer and MAP guidelines.

You will lead high‑level diagnostics, mentor junior technicians, and communicate repair options clearly to store managers and customers, while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced shop.