Automotive General Service Technician

About the Role

The General Service Technician supports the store by performing essential vehicle maintenance services, completing inspections, helping keep the shop clean and organized, and learning foundational skills needed to grow in the automotive industry. This is an entry-level role for someone who is mechanically inclined, dependable, and eager to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and rotations.
• Perform oil changes and basic maintenance, including fluids, wipers, bulbs, batteries, and air and cabin filters.
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections and repair order documentation.
• Identify safety-related issues and communicate findings.
• Conduct State Safety and Emission Inspections (where applicable) under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness of customer vehicles, shop, service area, showroom, restrooms, and outside areas.
• Transport customers and pick up parts, tires, and supplies.
• Follow all safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with environmental and hazardous waste requirements, and report hazards.
• Collaborate with technicians and service advisors, accept coaching, and participate in ongoing training.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Adhere to Sun Auto's core values and company policies.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Reliability
• Safety-focus
• Mechanical inclination
• Willingness to learn basic automotive maintenance and repair processes.
• Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and store processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, service advisors, and store leaders.
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational or technical training school.
• General knowledge of under-hood, mechanical, and undercarriage assemblies.
• Previous shop, lube technician, tire technician, mechanical, customer service, or other hands-on work experience.
• State Inspector License (in applicable locations, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire if required).