Diagnostic Technician

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Full Time High Ridge, MO, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $45.00 Hourly

To be a team member of the Driven by Dobbs family, you must be dedicated to supporting the company’s mission, vision, and values.

To be the leader in the automotive tire and service aftermarket industry in every market that we operate in providing premier service to our guests.

Driven by Dobbs, our family of brands brings together Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers—founded in 1976 in South St. Louis, MO as a family-owned complete auto care provider—and Conrad’s Tire Express & Total Car Care, founded in 1969 in Cleveland, OH. Together, we have grown into a rapidly expanding, multi-market automotive service organization that willoperateacross eight states in 2026, with continued growth on the horizon.

Across all locations, customers can expect a full selection of quality tire brands and comprehensive automotive services, ranging from routine maintenance to advanced diagnostics and engine repair. Our investment in training, development, safety, and overall team wellbeing empowers our people to deliver exceptional service every day. Rooted in a culture that extends beyond the shop, we proudly support local organizations and charities in the communities where our teams live and work.

We are seeking aDiagnostic

Technician toperformaccurateand efficient diagnostic work on a wide range of vehicle systems to ensure repairs exceed customer expectations. This role includes diagnosing and resolving complex issues involving emission control systems, electrical and computerized components, drivability problems, transmissions, A/C systems, and four-wheel drive mechanisms. The technician must be proficient in all duties of both Repair and Maintenance Technicians and capable of working independently in various customer locations.

Adherence to all safety regulations and proper operation of tools, equipment, and machinery isalways required.

The ideal candidate willdemonstratecore behaviors, includingdrive, a desire to learn, speed of execution, attention to detail, reliability, all of which contribute to delivering the exceptional service our customers expect.

• Develop and apply growing mechanical knowledge of engine operations, cooling systems, brakes, steering and suspension, HVAC, and general vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles accurately, efficiently, and with a level of quality that exceeds customer expectations.
• Perform advanced diagnostic and repair work as assigned, including emission control systems, throttle body injection, electrical and computerized vehicle systems, anti-lock brakes, cruise control, drivability issues, transmissions, A/C systems, and four-wheel drive components.
• Execute all duties of Repair and Maintenance Technician roles as needed to support daily operations.
• Train and mentor service department team members on vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair procedures.
• Assist management with daily operations, including estimating work orders, requisitioning parts,maintaining shop organization, and supervising technicians as needed.
• Safelyoperateall machinery, equipment, and diagnostic tools, including scan tools, DSOs, and smoke machines.
• Always ensure compliance with all company and safety regulations.
• Performadditionaltasks as necessary tomaintainshop efficiency and provide exceptional customer service.

• Alignment withcompanymission,vision,andvalues.
• Strongworkethicwithacommitmenttoresults.
• Strongteamplayerwiththeabilitytoadapttodiverseteammembers.
• Abilitytoperforminafar paced/high volume environment.
• Ahighleveloftimemanagement,accountability,and prioritization skills.
• Abilitytobeorganized,problem solve andbesolutionoriented.
• Self-motivated,goal-oriented,anddriven toaccomplishdepartmentgoals.
• Strongcriticalthinkerwithahighlevelofattentiontodetail.
• Highly-customercentricandmasterrelationshipbuilder.
• Subject matter expertin the use of standard automotive diagnostic tools and repair equipment.
• Subject matter expertofautomotive systems and advanced diagnostic and repair techniques.
• Provides guidance, training, and support to junior technicians and service staff.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules,operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure…