Nutech Auto RepairJob Title: Automotive Technician ResponsibilityJob Summary
The Diagnostic Technician is responsible for identifying complex mechanical and electronic faults in vehicles. Unlike general service roles, this position focuses on high-level troubleshooting, utilizing advanced scanning tools, and interpreting data to provide accurate repair solutions for modern, sensor-heavy vehicles.
Core Responsibilities
- Basic Troubleshooting Skill: Perform diagnostics on engines, transmissions, electrical systems, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), and drivetrains.
- Data Interpretation: Use OEM and aftermarket scan tools to read trouble codes, monitor live data streams, and perform bi-directional testing.
- Electrical Mapping: Read and interpret complex wiring diagrams and schematics to trace "parasitic draws" or open circuits.
- Precision Repair: Execute high-level repairs including ECU programming/reflashing, timing component replacement, and intricate sensor calibrations.
- Quality Assurance: Perform thorough road tests to verify that the "driveability" issue has been fully resolved and ensure no secondary codes are triggered.
Daily Duties
- System Scanning: Conduct full-vehicle health checks using tools like Snap-on, Autel, or factory-specific software (e.g., Techstream, Ford IDS).
- Documentation: Clearly document the "Three Cs": Concern (the customer's complaint), Cause (the root of the failure), and Correction (the work performed).
- Technical Consulting: Act as a mentor to junior or "B-level" technicians, helping them understand why a part failed rather than just how to swap it.
- Shop Safety: Maintain a clean bay and ensure all specialized diagnostic equipment is calibrated and stored correctly.
- Create Estimate: On diagnose technician must creat estimate of the failed concern and get the right labor hours and failed parts so service advisor can get price and upsell.
- Diagnostic : Must document detail of the diagnostic for advisor to present to customer with up sell ( SAMPLE: Smoke test best included short video show leak or no leak )
- Workmanship/Craftsmanship: Must keep comebacks to minimum
Requirements & Skills
- Certification: ASE Certifications (specifically L1 Advanced Engine Performance) are highly preferred.
- Analytical Mindset: The ability to use logic to rule out variables; you don't just "parts cannon" a problem.
- Tool Proficiency: Mastery of oscilloscopes, multimeters, and smoke machines.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to operate in various positions (under hoods, under dashes) and lift up to 50 lbs.
Pay: $28.82 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Automotive repair: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ASE Certification (Preferred)
- CDL (Required)
Work Location: In person
