Santa Monica, CA | Subaru | Trusted brand | Flat-rate | Line Technician | Journeyman | Diagnostic | Veterans encouraged to apply | $35 - $45/hr flat rate
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.
At Subaru of Santa Monica, we serve a community that's passionate about this brand and trusts us to take care of their vehicles. That trust is earned in the service bay - by technicians who take their craft seriously and hold themselves to a standard that keeps guests coming back.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Diagnose and repair Subaru vehicles across a full range of systems - engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and beyond - using Subaru diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
- Move beyond routine maintenance into line-level diagnostic work - interpreting fault codes, conducting road tests, and working through multi-system concerns methodically
- Develop and execute accurate repair plans - communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization and timeline commitments
- Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently - documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
- Stay current on Subaru 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 throughout every shift
- Contribute to a shop culture where quality, accountability, and craftsmanship are the baseline
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 2+ years of Subaru dealership or Subaru-specific service experience strongly preferred
- Proven background as an apprentice or express technician ready to take the next step into full line and diagnostic work
- ASE certifications recommended - Subaru factory certifications a strong plus
- Solid diagnostic foundation - able to approach complex, multi-system problems with patience and process
- Comfortable with Subaru Select Monitor or equivalent diagnostic platforms
- Low comeback rate and a personal standard 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
WHAT WE OFFER
- $35.00 - $45.00 per flat-rate hour - rate based on experience, Subaru knowledge, and diagnostic capability
- Progressive pay plan - certifications and demonstrated skill drive your rate up over time
- Paid Subaru manufacturer training and certification support
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Modern facility with current Subaru diagnostic tools and technology
- Clear career path - strong line technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
- Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
WHY SUBARU OF SANTA MONICA
- Subaru owners are some of the most loyal in the industry - consistent service volume means steady flat-rate hours and real earning potential
- Moving from express to line work is one of the most meaningful career steps in this trade - this role is built for that transition, with the volume, the variety, and the mentorship to support it
- Santa Monica is a high-demand market with a guest base that values quality and returns to technicians who deliver it
- Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country - ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
- 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
Subaru of Santa Monica is a store with consistent volume, a loyal guest base, and a management team that understands what it takes to keep a skilled technician productive and engaged. The flat-rate structure rewards techs who work with speed and care - and the diagnostic responsibility that comes with a line position is the kind of work that builds a real career.
If you've put in your time in the express lane or as an apprentice and you're ready to step up - this is the role you've been working toward. #T4
