Automotive Mechanic

Automotive Mechanic – Pep Boys

Position Summary

The Automotive Mechanic must professionally inspect, diagnose and repair tire and automotive services, while delivering an excellent customer experience. They are responsible for explaining technical diagnoses and needed repairs to co-workers and customers. The Mechanic is expected to continuously learn new technical information and techniques in order to stay updated with rapidly changing automotive technology and perform work in accordance with specifications.

The Mechanic will also train and mentor co-workers as well as maintain clean and safe work areas.

• Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, basic electrical, cooling system, suspension and alignment; perform all maintenance services.
• Perform job duties of all lower job descriptions (General Service Technician).
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals including employees and customers as required.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay abreast of rapidly changing automotive technology.
• Assist fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.
• Keep store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur.
• Maintain an organized and neat shop.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety and environmental rules.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months of automotive mechanical problem‑solving and repair experience.
• Section 609 Certification (preferred).
• State Inspection license if applicable.
• High level of motivation, energy and a customer‑focused attitude.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment background check.
• Availability to work days, nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, and place merchandise and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Frequent standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent reaching overhead and below the knees, squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting.
• Possesses fine motor skills to safely operate tools.
• Climb up and down ladders to retrieve merchandise.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, or by using telecommunications equipment.
• Enter and locate information on computer.
• Visually verify information, often in small print.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.