Auto Technician - Lexington

Auto Technician - Lexington

Join Sun Auto Tire & Service as an automotive technician in Lexington. With 24 locations across Nebraska, Kansas, and Iowa, we offer a supportive, fast‑growing environment where ASE Certified Technicians keep vehicles running at their best.

Compensation: $50,000 – $80,000 per year (commensurate with experience and certification).
Benefits:

• Closed Sundays
• Competitive bi‑weekly pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Six paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance (company paid)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Discounted services on personal and immediate family vehicles
• Opportunity for advancement

• Diagnose vehicles according to the appropriate level of certifications/experience.
• Perform work as outlined on the multi‑point inspection and/or repair order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct complex and heavy‑duty repairs.
• Explain technical diagnosis and needed repairs to non‑mechanical individuals, including store managers, service consultants, and customers.
• Recommend services necessary to keep the customer’s vehicle in running condition; document all recommendations in the customer file.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any concerns to the direct supervisor.
• Work flexible schedules, including Saturdays; perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to Sun Auto’s core values, company policies and the employee handbook.

• Previous automotive technician or mechanic experience required.
• ASE certifications in lieu of experience.
• Ability to use computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum age 18.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical school experience preferred.

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 may include extreme heat and/or cold. Proper PPE such as safety goggles may be required.

Physical requirements:

• Stand for up to eight hours per day in the shop and walk to reach various areas.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch regularly; full range of motion with arms and hands; frequent handling of objects.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly; up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Communicate with customers and shop personnel.
• Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re‑focus.

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.