Sr. Automotive Technician

Overview :

Senior Automotive Technician

Tate Boys Tire & Auto Service – Trusted Since 1936

Join a Shop That Respects Your Skills and Fuels Your Future!

At Tate Boys Tire & Auto Service , we’ve been keeping our community rolling since 1936. From passenger and light truck tires to industrial and agricultural equipment, we specialize in everything that rolls. We also perform expert repairs—brakes, suspension, engine diagnostics, and more.

Tate Boys is proud to be part of Sun Auto Tire & Service , a nationwide leader in automotive services. From coast to coast, we’re committed to integrity, excellence, and developing our people.

Compensation

$25.00 – $40.00 per hour (flag rate) , depending on your experience and certifications.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

✅ Competitive bi-weekly pay

✅ Sundays Off – guaranteed!

✅ Paid vacation and sick time

✅ 6 paid holidays

✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance

✅ Company-paid life insurance

✅ 401(k) retirement plan with company match

✅ Tuition reimbursement – grow your career on us

✅ Employee discounts on services for you and your family

✅ Opportunities for advancement – we promote from within!

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Automotive Technician , you’ll use your expertise to accurately diagnose and repair vehicles, support the team, and help keep our customers safe on the road.

Your key responsibilities include :

Diagnosing vehicles based on your certifications and experience

Performing work as outlined on repair orders and multi-point inspections, with accuracy and efficiency

Completing complex and heavy-duty repairs

Explaining technical diagnoses and repairs to non-technical team members and customers

Recommending services to maintain vehicle safety and performance, and documenting recommendations clearly

Using computerized diagnostic equipment properly and effectively

Following all safety procedures and reporting concerns

Supporting the shop and team with other duties as assigned

Working flexible schedules, including Saturdays ( but never Sundays! )

Adheres to Sun Auto’s core values, all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook

What You Bring

• Previous automotive technician / mechanic experience required
• ASE certifications highly preferred (or in lieu of experience)
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of diagnostic equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent (Technical school experience preferred)
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and pride in your craft

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The Senior Automotive Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and / or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.

The Senior Automotive Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements :

This is Where Experience Meets Endless Possibility!

Get paid like a pro, treated like a leader, and still enjoy your Sundays.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.