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