Automotive Technician; Mid-Level - San Antonio, TX

Advanced-Skilled Automotive Technician - Summit Automotive

Summit Automotive, a Great Water garage, is seeking an experienced automotive technician who takes pride in performing advanced inspections, accurate diagnostics, and high-quality repairs that keep customers safe on the road. If you enjoy diagnosing vehicle issues, solving complex mechanical problems, and working with a team that values integrity and professionalism, we'd love to meet you.

At Summit Automotive, we combine the personal culture of a neighborhood shop with the advanced tools, training, and support of the Great Water network. Our team values honesty, craftsmanship, and doing the job right the first time.

What you'll do:

• Perform advanced steering and suspension inspections and repairs
• Diagnose and repair advanced brake and braking system issues
• Perform advanced HVAC diagnostics and repair
• Diagnose and repair basic electrical systems
• Complete digital vehicle inspections (dvi) to accurately identify vehicle needs
• Perform scheduled maintenance services and flush services
• Perform tire service, rotations, repairs, and tpms service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Work collaboratively with service advisors and team members to ensure accurate repairs and excellent customer service
• Maintaining a minimum of 75% labor productivity when comparing attendance hours to invoiced hours

What we offer:

• Modern diagnostic tools and equipment
• Supportive team environment
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable workflow and professional shop environment
• As a Great Water garage, we believe in developing technicians and supporting career advancement.

Training & growth opportunities:

We invest in technicians who want to continue developing their expertise, providing clear paths for growth and advancement.

Technicians can continue building their skills and progressing toward an a level technician or higher-level roles by:

• Obtaining ase a1 engine repair
• Obtaining ase a2 automatic transmission / transaxles
• Obtaining ase a3 manual drive train and axles
• Obtaining ase a8 engine performance

Requirements:

What we're looking for:

• Experienced b-level automotive technician
• 3 or more years automotive technician experience or a combination of experience and training to be an automotive technician.
• Possess required state and local certifications to be able to legally perform the work, including a current and valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (mvr)
• Technician (b) should have the below ase certifications:
• Ase a4 suspension and steering
• Ase a5 brakes certification
• Ase a6 electrical systems certification
• Ase a7 heating and air conditioning certification
• Strong diagnostic ability and attention to detail
• Experience performing advanced brake, suspension, and hvac repairs
• Ability to complete thorough digital vehicle inspections
• Positive attitude and strong team mindset
• Pride in delivering quality workmanship and honest service
• Willingness to earn ase certifications and work towards being an a level technician preferred

Work environment & physical requirements:

• Physical demands:
• Must be able to get into and out of various vehicles without assistance.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle with passengers.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs without assistance.
• Ability to view a monitor, and use touch screens, mice, and keyboards.
• Ability to climb up/down and over/under work platforms and lifts to access vehicles for repair
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform major and fine motor skill movements using body to perform the necessary actions to complete a repair, service, vehicle inspection, or shop cleaning activity.
• Ability to reach overhead, push, pull, bend over/down, stoop, and other major body movements frequently
• This job operates in an environment with extensive exposure to an automotive repair shop environment. The job will have exposure to a moderate noise level, adverse weather conditions, chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers & scanners.
• Ability to work flexible hours/days including evenings and if shops are open, weekends; additional time may be…