Senior Automotive Technician — Advanced Diagnostics & Mentorship

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Los Banos, CA is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair complex issues, while mentoring others and upholding MAP guidelines. You will lead advanced diagnostic work and ensure quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced shop.

The role offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for growth toward leadership and technical roles in a values-driven environment.

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, in applicable locations, or ability to obtain and maintain as required.
• 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 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

Diagnostic skills

Clear communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Flexible schedule

Education

ASE certifications

State Inspector License

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Los Banos, CA is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to diagnose and repair complex issues, while mentoring others and upholding MAP guidelines. You will lead advanced diagnostic work and ensure quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced shop.

The role offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for growth toward leadership and technical roles in a values-driven environment.