Junior Automotive Technician

About Sun Auto Tire & Service

Sun Auto Tire & Service is a growing family of automotive service and tire brands dedicated to helping customers stay safely on the road. We foster a values-driven culture with opportunities to learn and build a career.

Why This Role Matters

As a Junior Automotive Technician, you will perform inspections, maintenance, and basic-to-intermediate repairs, sharpening your diagnostic skills alongside experienced technicians. This role is ideal for individuals with automotive training, hands-on shop experience, or strong mechanical aptitude seeking to advance beyond basic maintenance.

What You’ll Do

• Perform Multi-Point and Digital Vehicle Inspections, documenting findings, measurements, and photos.
• Complete maintenance and entry-level repairs, including oil and fluid services, filters, batteries, tires, brakes, and basic cooling, starting, and charging systems.
• Handle tire mounting/dismounting, balancing, rotations, steering and suspension wear-item replacement, and fluid flushes with appropriate oversight.
• Perform basic diagnostics with guidance (noise/vibration, brakes, starting/charging, code retrieval, scan data) and escalate complex issues.
• Follow repair procedures, including torque specifications and bleed procedures, and request verification when needed.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections in applicable locations, adhering to company and state guidelines.
• Communicate findings, approvals, and repair status to Store Managers and Service Advisors.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, properly use and care for tools and equipment, and follow all safety and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with the team, accept coaching, participate in ongoing training, and complete assigned duties.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Mechanically inclined, coachable, and safety-focused.
• 0–2 years of automotive experience in a shop environment, or equivalent technical training, performing maintenance and basic repairs.
• Ability to follow written procedures, torque specifications, and safety standards.
• Willingness to ask for help, accept coaching, and escalate concerns.
• Basic proficiency with shop technology, including Digital Vehicle Inspection/Multi-Point Inspection tools, scan tools for code retrieval, and computerized systems.
• Ability to possess and utilize basic tools.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• State Inspector License, in applicable locations, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire if required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or vocational school training.
• ASE certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Brake service and/or alignment experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Growth & Development

This role offers opportunities to build inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting skills with hands-on coaching. Career paths include progression to Automotive Technician, Senior Technician, Lead Technician, and technical leadership roles.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Automotive shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, and caustic materials.
• Temperature variations may occur.
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and walk.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly, with full range of motion in arms and hands.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Sufficient vision for detailed work and use of safety goggles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.