Automotive Technician
Seiko’s Auto Service Inc. Monrovia, CA
Monday–Friday - Hourly + Bonuses - Asian Import & Hybrid Focus - Training-Focused Shop
Seiko’s Auto Service is an established, growing independent shop in Monrovia specializing in Toyota, Lexus, Subaru, Honda, Acura, Mazda, and hybrid vehicles. We also service Toyota Prius models regularly and are beginning to expand into Tesla maintenance and light repair.
This role is a great fit for a strong B-level technician, experienced production technician, or motivated intermediate technician who takes pride in doing things the right way, wants to keep learning, and is ready to be part of a shop with high standards for inspections, documentation, cleanliness, and teamwork.
We are not a shortcut shop. Brakes get taken apart, cleaned, lubed, and done properly. Cooling systems get bled correctly. Batteries are tested on every vehicle. Digital inspections are completed thoroughly every time. The details matter here because our clients rely on their vehicles every day, and our reputation is built on trust.
Shop Environment
Seiko’s Auto Service has been serving Monrovia since 2014. The owner is a technician who built the shop with the goal of changing how people feel about auto repair. The shop focuses on communication, authorization, trust, convenience, and long-term relationships with clients.
We have 7 bays, 6 lifts, strong diagnostic equipment, and a growing team. Our tools and equipment include Autel scan tools, Toyota GTS, PicoScope with pressure transducer, Tesla Toolbox hardware, and specialty tools for the vehicles we service.
Our goal is to continue growing into the go-to shop in the area for Toyota, Subaru, Honda, Lexus, Acura, Mazda, and hybrid vehicles.
What You’ll Be Working On
Most of the work in this role will be inspections, maintenance, and mechanical repair on Asian import vehicles, especially Subaru, Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Mazda, and hybrids.
You should be comfortable with:
- Performing complete digital vehicle inspections on every vehicle
- Maintenance services and fluid services
- Brake work done properly, with no shortcuts
- Suspension and steering repairs, including struts and shocks
- Cooling system repairs and proper bleeding procedures
- External engine repairs such as belts, pulleys, water pumps, sensors, and valve covers
- Basic testing such as batteries, starters, and alternators
- Using scan tools and code readers
- Navigating tablets, digital inspections, and shop technology
- Helping service advisors identify correct parts when needed
Experience with Toyota and Subaru sealed transmission fluid services is a big plus. Experience with timing components, valve adjustments, internal engine work, electrical testing, wiring diagrams, live data, and drivability testing is also valuable, but we are willing to teach the right person.
What We’re Looking For
The right person for Seiko’s Auto Service is reliable, coachable, organized, and serious about their career.
We are looking for someone who:
- Shows up on time and ready to work by 7:35 AM
- Takes attendance and punctuality seriously
- Keeps their work area, tools, and the shop clean and organized
- Works well with technicians and service advisors
- Is open-minded and willing to learn new systems and processes
- Can follow a detailed inspection process
- Communicates clearly through notes, inspections, and repair documentation
- Has a positive attitude and wants to keep improving
- Takes pride in doing the job correctly the first time
- Is willing to attend training and continue growing
This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants structure, training, long-term growth, and a shop that will invest in them.
Schedule
Monday–Friday
Shop hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Technicians are expected to be ready to work by 7:35 AM
No weekends.
The shop shuts down for lunch from 12:00 PM–1:00 PM, and we provide a weekly team lunch on Wednesdays along with an all-staff meeting.
Pay & Benefits
Compensation is based on experience, skill level, and production ability.
- $20–$40/hour, depending on experience
- 40-hour weekly guarantee
- Performance bonuses based on production and shop goals
- Health insurance through Blue Shield PPO after 60 days, with 50% of the employee premium paid by the shop
- Simple IRA with company match
- Paid holidays after 90 days
- Paid sick time
- Vacation time
- Paid training opportunities
- Uniforms provided through Cintas
- Work shoes provided as needed
- Snacks, drinks, frozen food, ice cream, and popsicles provided
- Employee breakroom with AC
- Personal/family vehicle use of the shop allowed within shop guidelines
Training & Growth
Seiko’s Auto Service believes in ongoing education and long-term career development. We pay for training, classes, certifications, travel, lodging, and meals when approved. Training may include WorldPac, ASCCA, AAPEX/SEMA, The Institute, local distributor classes, and other industry education.
We are looking for someone who wants to grow technically and professionally, not someone who is just looking for their next short stop.
Preferred Experience
ASE certifications are a plus, but not required.
Experience with any of the following is helpful:
- Toyota, Lexus, Subaru, Honda, Acura, Mazda
- Hybrid vehicles
- Digital Vehicle Inspections
- AutoVitals, Shop-Ware, or similar systems
- Scan tool use and live data
- DVOM testing
- Wiring diagrams
- Parts catalog navigation, including WorldPac, IMC, dealer catalogs, and online parts resources
- Sealed transmission fluid services
- Timing belts, timing chains, and valve adjustments
Why Technicians Stay Here
At Seiko’s Auto Service, we are building the kind of shop where good people can grow, do quality work, and feel proud of what they are part of.
You will be joining a shop that believes in training, teamwork, clean work, clear communication, and doing right by the customer. We provide structure, support, and high standards, but we also want team members who bring ideas, help improve the process, and care about the people working beside them.
We have weekly team lunches, paid training opportunities, no weekends, health benefits, retirement match, performance bonuses, and a real path to grow as the shop grows.
If you are a reliable technician who wants to keep learning, work on quality vehicles, be part of a team, and build a long-term career in a shop that is moving forward, we would like to hear from you!
Questions? Contact [email protected] Please do not contact the shop directly, thank you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- Professional Automotive Repair: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- ASE Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Monrovia, CA 91016 (Required)
Work Location: In person
