Senior Automotive Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Mentoring

Sun Auto Service; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus/commission

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Leander, TX, is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician. You will perform thorough inspections, lead complex diagnostic tasks and repairs, and ensure work meets manufacturer and MAP guidelines.

You will mentor junior technicians and communicate repair options to store managers and customers. This role offers a competitive hourly pay range, paid training, benefits, PTO, and growth paths toward leadership roles within a values-driven team focused on quality and customer

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience performing diagnosis and repair across multiple vehicle systems, with ability to handle complex repairs independently.
• Advanced diagnostic capability using scan tools, meters, and service information, with the ability to create and follow a structured test plan.
• ASE certifications appropriate to assigned work, or equivalent demonstrated competency, with commitment to ongoing training.
• 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 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

5+ years experience

Advanced diagnostic capability

ASE certifications or equivalent

Valid driver's license

State Inspector License / obtain

Education

ASE Master Technician certification

L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Leander, TX, is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician. You will perform thorough inspections, lead complex diagnostic tasks and repairs, and ensure work meets manufacturer and MAP guidelines.

You will mentor junior technicians and communicate repair options to store managers and customers. This role offers a competitive hourly pay range, paid training, benefits, PTO, and growth paths toward leadership roles within a values-driven team focused on quality and customer