Technician

Socket.dev; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401k / 401k matching

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - 0e

PTO Accrual

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Employee Discounted Pricing on Parts,

Job summary

McDonald Automotive, a family-owned shop serving Colorado for 65 years, seeks an automotive technician in Highlands Ranch. You will diagnose, repair, and rebuild vehicle systems, explaining diagnoses to customers clearly. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and safety in a modern service center.

We offer top-tier compensation with potential bonuses and a full benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• 1-3 years of automotive technician experience is required.
• Ability to drive and handle various vehicle makes models, and sizes.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills and ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment such as wheel and tire equipment, electrical, engine, alignment systems, diagnostic equipment, AC equipment, etc.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles to specifications, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Tear down, repair, replace, and/or rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, linkages, pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels and repairs manual and automatic transmissions.
• Adequately explains the technical diagnosis and required repairs to non-mechanical individuals.

Job description

What Makes Us Different?

Competitive Pay: Top-tier compensation with the potential for performance-based bonuses, overtime pay, and generous incentives. Ask us about our Techs Referring Techs Program!

State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work with advanced tools and technology in a clean, modern, and fully equipped service center. We are always looking for ways to improve efficiency, cleanliness and safety in our workspaces.

Career Growth: We are dedicated to creating employees for life— whether it’s through skill development, leadership training, or pathways to advanced positions.

Compensation Overview

This role is based on flagged hours. Average compensation for this position is $30 - $45 per flat rate hour.

Experience & Qualifications Needed:

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• 1-3 years of automotive technician experience is required
• Ability to drive and handle various vehicle makes models, and sizes.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills and ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment team-oriented, flexible, and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment such as wheel and tire equipment, electrical, engine, alignment systems, diagnostic equipment, AC equipment, etc.

Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair vehicles to specifications, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Tear down, repair, replace, and/or rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, linkages, pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels and repairs manual and automatic transmissions.
• Adequately explains the technical diagnosis and required repairs to non-mechanical individuals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive 401k / 401k matching
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free, confidential counseling
• PTO Accrual
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Employee Discounted Pricing on Parts, Vehicles, and Service

What Makes Us Different?

As a family owned and operated company for over 65 years, McDonald Automotive is proud to serve Colorado with a legacy built on respect, integrity, growth, hard work, and trust. With three generations actively involved in the day-to-day operations, we prioritize relationships over transactions—with our customers, our community, and our employees.

Our motto, Doing Right Comes Naturally, reflects our commitment to doing business the right way. That commitment has earned us recognition as one of the top 20 dealerships in the U.S., not just by meeting manufacturer standards but by holding ourselves to even higher ones. We aim to deliver the best car buying, servicing, and ownership experience in the industry.

At McDonald, we believe that exceptional experiences start with exceptional people. Many of our team members have spent decades with us, growing their careers and eventually retiring as part of the McDonald legacy. We're proud to attract driven, motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building lasting relationships. It’s not just about the work we do—it’s about the family we build along the way.

Disclaimer:

This position will remain open for at least three days and will close upon candidate selection.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your application for employment or the recruiting process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail].