Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as an Automotive Technician and become a vital part of delivering exceptional vehicle repair and maintenance services. In this energetic role, you will diagnose, repair, and service a wide range of vehicle systems with precision and enthusiasm. Your expertise will ensure our customers’ vehicles operate safely and efficiently, while you develop your skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge automotive technology and grow your career in the automotive industry.
Primary Responsibilities
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
- Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications.
- Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
- Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
- Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems.
- Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
- Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.
- Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
- Repair radiator leaks.
- Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
- Repair manual and automatic transmissions.
- Repair or replace shock absorbers.
- Align vehicles’ front ends.
- Rebuild parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks
- ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Compensation & Benefits
- Schedule: 5-Day Work Week (Enjoy your life outside the shop).
- Insurance: Health, Dental, and Vision available (Eligible 1st of the month after 60 days).
- Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match (Subject to plan terms).
- Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Core Qualifications Core Qualifications
- Experience: Proven professional background as an automotive or service technician, often requiring 3 or more years of hands-on repair experience. [1, 2]
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of automotive diagnostics, repair techniques, and specific expertise in servicing, adjusting, and replacing brake pads, rotors, calipers, and fluid lines. [1, 2, 3]
- Vehicle Knowledge: Familiarity with a wide range of domestic and import vehicle makes (such as GM, Ford, and Asian models). [1]
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in automotive technology or mechanics (such as ASE certifications) are highly desirable. [1]
Soft Skills and Abilities
- Communication: Good verbal skills to explain mechanical issues clearly to service advisors and customers.
- Problem-Solving: Detail-oriented mindset to accurately diagnose complex mechanical or electronic system failures.
- Efficiency: Ability to work safely and quickly in a fast-paced shop environment while maintaining high quality standards
Why Join Brake Masters?
- Competitive Compensation: Top-tier pay that reflects your mastery and experience, plus performance incentives.
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Access to the latest diagnostic tools and shop equipment.
- Career Growth: Ongoing training opportunities to keep your certifications current and your skills sharp.
- Great Culture: A collaborative, team-oriented shop environment where your voice and expertise matter.
Ready to shift your career into high gear? Apply today by uploading your resume, a brief overview of your experience, and a copy of your current certifications. Join Brake Masters and help us keep our community safely on the road!
Pay: $15.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
