Automotive Technician

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Free uniforms
• 401(k)

A-Level Automotive Technician / Diagnostic Technician

10+ Years of Experience Required

Midas Auto Service Experts - Vacaville, California

$30-$45 per Flat-Rate Hour • Full-Time • Performance Bonuses • Steady Workload

Position Summary

Midas Auto Service Experts in Vacaville is seeking an experienced A-Level Automotive Technician with strong diagnostic and major mechanical repair skills.

The qualified candidate must be capable of diagnosing complex electrical, drivability, engine-performance, and mechanical problems. Proven experience performing engine and transmission removal and replacement (R&R) is required.

Applicants must own a complete professional set of automotive tools appropriate for advanced diagnostics, general repairs, and major engine and transmission work.

Compensation and Schedule

• Pay range: $30-$45 per flat-rate hour
• Expected hours: 40 hours per week
• Employment type: Full-time
• Performance bonuses available
• Steady workload throughout the year

Final compensation will be based on experience, diagnostic ability, certifications, productivity, and overall skill level.

Primary Responsibilities

• Accurately diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and drivability problems
• Perform advanced engine diagnostics and check-engine-light repairs
• Diagnose electrical, fuel, ignition, emissions, and engine-performance problems
• Perform engine removal and replacement
• Perform transmission removal and replacement
• Complete timing-belt, timing-chain, and head-gasket repairs
• Diagnose and repair domestic and import vehicles
• Repair brake, suspension, steering, and exhaust systems
• Diagnose and service A/C, heating, and cooling systems
• Diagnose battery, starting, and charging-system problems
• Perform oil changes and factory-scheduled maintenance
• Mount, balance, rotate, and repair tires
• Complete thorough digital vehicle inspections
• Clearly document diagnostic results, repair findings, and recommendations
• Verify completed repairs and perform quality-control inspections
• Perform vehicle road tests when necessary to diagnose or confirm repairs
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Complete repairs efficiently while minimizing comebacks

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Proven engine and transmission R&R experience
• Ability to diagnose complex electrical and drivability problems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience servicing both domestic and import vehicles
• Proficiency with scan tools and modern diagnostic equipment
• Strong knowledge of electrical, engine-performance, suspension, steering, brake, and cooling systems
• Ability to properly document diagnostic findings and completed repairs
• Must own a complete professional set of automotive tools
• Must have the specialty tools necessary to perform advanced repairs and major mechanical work
• Dependable, organized, productive, and committed to quality workmanship
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required because road testing customer vehicles is an essential function of this position

Preferred Qualifications

• ASE certifications
• Advanced electrical-diagnostic experience
• Experience with engine mechanical and internal repairs
• Experience diagnosing CAN-bus and module-communication problems
• Experience with A/C diagnostic and service equipment
• Experience using digital vehicle-inspection software

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and work around vehicles for extended periods
• Ability to safely operate lifts, tire equipment, diagnostic equipment, and other automotive shop machinery
• Ability to work in an active automotive-repair environment

Equipment and Shop Support

• Professional vehicle lifts
• Modern scan tools and diagnostic equipment
• Tire-mounting and wheel-balancing equipment
• Wheel-alignment equipment
• A/C service equipment
• Digital vehicle-inspection system
• Professional service-advisor and shop support
• Established customer base and consistent workflow

What We Offer

• $30-$45 per flat-rate hour based on experience and ability
• Performance bonuses
• Full-time employment with approximately 40 hours per week
• Consistent year-round workload
• Modern shop equipment and diagnostic resources
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Career-advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays based on company eligibility requirements

Apply Today

If you are an experienced A-Level Automotive Technician with strong diagnostic abilities, proven engine and transmission R&R experience, and your own professional automotive tools, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your résumé or a summary of your automotive experience, certifications, diagnostic abilities, major repair experience, and available professional tools.

Midas Auto Service Experts
1250 East Monte Vista Avenue
Vacaville, CA 95688

Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour


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As one of the largest destinations for automotive services, Midas is dominating the industry in developing career paths and building relationships within the communities they serve.


At Midas, we take care of everything... tires, brakes, oil... so the opportunities to grow and develop expertise with Midas are endless.