Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic
Listed on 2026-07-18
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Automotive Technician
Portland, OR | BMW | Luxury performance brand | Flat-rate | Luxury technician | ASE certified | Veterans encouraged to apply | $50,000 - $150,000/yr OTE
Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea:
do right by people, every time.
BMW of Portland is part of Swickard's growing Pacific Northwest portfolio -- a performance luxury brand with a passionate guest base and a service department built on technical excellence. Our guests trust us with some of the most driver-focused vehicles on the road, and the technicians who earn that trust take their craft seriously.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Diagnose and repair BMW vehicles across a full range of systems -- engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, and beyond -- using BMW diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
- Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans -- communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization
- Execute repairs to manufacturer specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
- Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently -- documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
- Stay current on BMW technical service bulletins, software updates, and evolving repair procedures
- Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation that reflects the standard of the BMW brand
- Contribute to a shop culture where quality, accountability, and craftsmanship are the baseline
- 2+ years of dealership technician experience -- luxury brand experience welcome from any premium marque including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Lexus, Volvo, Land Rover, or similar
- Strong diagnostic foundation -- able to work through multi-system problems methodically and accurately
- ASE certifications a strong plus -- BMW factory certifications highly valued but not required
- Comfortable with dealer diagnostic platforms -- BMW ISTA, ISID, or equivalent luxury brand diagnostic experience considered
- Low comeback rate and a personal standard for quality that doesn't require managing
- Physically capable of performing the demands of the role -- lifting, bending, and standing throughout the shift
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- A craftsmanship mindset -- you take pride in every repair that leaves your bay
- OTE of $50,000 - $150,000/yr -- your speed, skill, and certifications drive your earnings
- Progressive pay plan -- BMW factory certifications and tenure increase your rate over time
- Paid BMW manufacturer training and certification support
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- State-of-the-art facility with current BMW diagnostic tools and technology
- Clear career path -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
- Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
- BMW is one of the most technically sophisticated performance luxury brands in the world -- the diagnostic and repair work here is genuinely challenging and rewarding for a technician who loves the craft
- Portland is a growing, design-forward market with a passionate BMW guest base and consistent service volume -- steady flat-rate hours and real earning potential
- Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
- A well-equipped shop with the tools, training, and management support to keep a skilled technician productive and growing
- Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests
- Leadership that invests in your certifications, your development, and your long-term career growth
BMW of Portland offers consistent volume, a loyal guest base, and a management team that understands what it takes to keep a skilled technician engaged and earning. If you've built your technical foundation at another luxury brand, your diagnostic skills translate -- and we'll invest in your BMW certification from there.
If you're a motivated flat-rate technician with luxury brand experience and a drive to grow -
- we'd like to meet you.
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