Senior Automotive Technician: Lead Diagnostics & Repairs

Sun Auto Tire & Service; Fountain Hills (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Training and development

Bonus opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Fountain Hills, AZ is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnosis and complex repairs, ensuring quality work in line with manufacturer standards and MAP guidelines.

You will lead diagnostics, mentor teammates, and partner with store managers to communicate repair recommendations. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive technician experience 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 clean 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

Automotive diagnostics

Electrical diagnosis

Drivability diagnosis

Mentoring/leadership

ASE certifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scan tools

Multimeter

OEM service information

Job description

Sun Auto Tire & Service in Fountain Hills, AZ is seeking a Senior Automotive Technician to perform advanced diagnosis and complex repairs, ensuring quality work in line with manufacturer standards and MAP guidelines.

You will lead diagnostics, mentor teammates, and partner with store managers to communicate repair recommendations. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities are included.