Senior Transmission Technician — Diagnostics & Rebuilds

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Specialized tools & equipment

Friendly workshop environment

Employee discounts

Long-term employment potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Transmission Specialist for a premier workshop in Paarl, Western Cape. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding automatic and manual transmissions with access to specialized tools and diagnostics.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in transmission work, strong knowledge of TCMs and electronics, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as Automotive Transmission Technician or Specialist.
• Expertise in diagnosing, repairing and rebuilding transmissions.
• Proficiency with specialized transmission tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong understanding of transmission control modules and electronics.
• Ability to read transmission diagrams and manuals.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot automatic, manual, and CVT transmissions.
• Perform complete overhauls and rebuilding of transmissions.
• Replace components like clutches, torque converters, seals, and solenoids.
• Utilize specialized transmission diagnostic equipment and software.
• Interpret service bulletins and repair manuals for transmissions.
• Conduct fluid changes and filter replacements per specs.
• Test drive to verify transmission performance post-repair.
• Advise service advisors on repairs and timeframes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace; follow safety protocols.
• Stay updated on latest transmission tech and repair methods.

Skills

Transmission diagnostics

Overhauls & rebuilding

TCMs & electronics

Reading schematics

Customer communication

Education

Automotive certifications

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Transmission tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Transmission Specialist for a premier workshop in Paarl, Western Cape. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding automatic and manual transmissions with access to specialized tools and diagnostics.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in transmission work, strong knowledge of TCMs and electronics, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship in a busy shop environment.