Senior Subaru/Japanese Auto Technician | Flat-Rate Expert

Swickard Auto Group; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Certification Support

Employee Vehicle Discounts

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group in Santa Monica is seeking an experienced flat-rate technician with strong Subaru or Japanese-brand fundamentals. You’ll work in a well-run Westside shop with loyal customers and predictable flat-rate hours.

Substantial training and certification opportunities are offered, with a compensation range that reflects experience and certifications. The role emphasizes diagnostics depth, accurate first-time repairs, and consistent performance on Subaru platforms, with clear

Qualifications

• 2+ years flat-rate technician experience at a franchised dealership.
• Subaru or Japanese brand experience strongly preferred.
• ASE certifications a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Subaru vehicles across a full range of systems using Subaru SSM4 diagnostic tools and OEM repair procedures.
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans by communicating findings to service advisors.
• Execute repairs to Subaru OEM specifications with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Document all diagnostic findings and completed work on repair orders.
• Stay current on Subaru technical service bulletins, software updates, and repair procedures.
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return.

Skills

Flat-rate tech

Subaru experience

SSM4 familiarity

Tools

SSM4 diagnostic tools

Job description

Swickard Auto Group in Santa Monica is seeking an experienced flat-rate technician with strong Subaru or Japanese-brand fundamentals. You’ll work in a well-run Westside shop with loyal customers and predictable flat-rate hours.

Substantial training and certification opportunities are offered, with a compensation range that reflects experience and certifications. The role emphasizes diagnostics depth, accurate first-time repairs, and consistent performance on Subaru platforms, with clear