Experienced Automotive Mechanic

Accepting Applications... Serious inquiries only!

MUST have at least 3 years of professional experience in the automotive industry.

Flat rate? - It sucks! Nothing but an employee ID number? - Definitely not. Company scooping all the profit as they leave you high and dry?

Hell no. Treated like a human being while receiving steady pay that increases as the company does better - That's more like it.

Wayside Garage is located in Seaside, CA, and looking for Automotive Technicians who love cars!

YOUR BENEFITS :

• Salary guarantee with production-based bonus pay plans!
• Hours 7 : 30 am-4 : 30 pm Monday- Friday.
• Weekends and Holidays off.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off.
• After 180 days, 50% of company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid ASE Certifications and Paid Training Programs through the Automotive Training Institute.
• Free Uniforms.

Qualities of the Perfect Candidate :

• Dedicated and ethical approach to daily operations.
• ASE certifications are a plus.
• 3+ years of automotive experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Responsibilities :

• Perform general automotive repairs on all makes and models of vehicles.
• Communicate with team and customers.
• Willingness to become Master ASE certified within the first year and a half of employment.

We are an independently owned automotive repair shop located in Seaside, CA and we are passionate about being the best facility in town.

We take pride in providing outstanding, next-level customer service. We never hard-sell any repairs or maintenance to our customers.

We take the extra time to explain the differences between safety repairs and maintenance. This allows the customer to make an educated decision.

Check our reviews on Facebook and Google and see why our customers love us. What we offer our customers : free rides home, complimentary snacks, and drinks, a 3-year / 36,000-mile nationwide warranty, and financing.

Exciting news for 2022! We made the Top 50 in a Nationwide Top Shop Challenge!

Job Type : Full-time.

Pay : $32.00 per hour + bonus based on production.

Benefits :

• Weekends off.
• Lunch on Friday.
• Snacks.
• Dental Insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development assistance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vision insurance.

Schedule :

• 8-hour shift.
• Day shift.
• Monday to Friday.
Supplemental Pay :
• Bonus pay.
• Bonus pay.
• Commission pay.

Ability to commute / relocate :

Seaside, CA 93955 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred).

Education :

High school or equivalent (Preferred).

Experience :

Automotive Technician : 3 year (Preferred).

Language :

English (Required).

License / Certification :

• Driver's License (Required).
• ASE Certifications (Preferred).

Work Location : One location.

Job Summary :

At Wayside Garage, we are seeking an experienced Automotive Technician - B Level to join our team. In this role, you will operate as a seasoned technician with the ability to perform diagnoses and repairs on various vehicle components with minimal supervision.

If you have previously worked as a C-Class general service technician and possess a wealth of automotive knowledge, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Duties :

• Perform automotive maintenance and repair work efficiently and accurately, following Wayside Garage's and factory standards.
• Diagnose the root causes of most malfunctions and execute necessary repairs.
• Collaborate with the Parts Professional to acquire required parts.
• Carefully save and label parts if they are under warranty or at the customer's request.
• Inspect the assigned vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is needed or recommended.
• Immediately communicate with the service advisor if additional work is necessary, if the outlined work is unnecessary, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Thoroughly document all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Conduct road tests on vehicles when necessary or refer to the test technician.
• Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Stay informed about manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Supervise apprentice technicians' work when assigned.
• Report machinery defects or malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Ensure that customers' vehicles are returned in a clean condition and promptly notify service advisors of any changes to their appearance or condition.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop area.
• Be responsible for and account for all shop-owned tools and manuals, returning them in the same condition as received.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know.
• Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Report any safety concerns immediately to management.
• Undertake any other tasks as assigned.

Education and / or Experience :

• Possession of two to four years of related experience and / or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technicians employed by Wayside Garage are required to obtain at least one ASE Certification within the first year of employment.

The company will cover the cost of classes.

Language Skills :

Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Capability to write simple correspondence.

Effective presentation of information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Ability to read, interpret, and compose documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and reports, and effectively address groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills :

Proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Capability to calculate figures and amounts, including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Application of concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability :

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to execute instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. Capacity to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Capability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Interpretation of an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and dealing with both abstract and concrete variables.

This job description is subject to review and modification at any time, in line with the evolving needs of Wayside Garage.

As the nature of the job may require fulfilling additional responsibilities and duties not listed here, the jobholder is expected to undertake these tasks as necessary.

About Wayside Garage :

Top-Quality Service Since 1946!The ASE Master Techs at Wayside Garage offer the comfort and assurance you deserve with auto repairs.

Our professional and courteous staff will welcome you and walk you through the vehicle repair process. When you come to our shop, we’ll spend a significant amount of time getting to know your vehicle’s needs.

We’re serving people, not just servicing cars. It matters to us what you think about your Wayside service experience. After all, this is a customer-first, customer-always-right type of facility.

We aim to meet and exceed all your expectations. Our dedicated customers come back to us because they know we leave their vehicles in the best possible condition.

Nobody wants unexpected repair costs, but you really don’t want an unexpected breakdown. We never want you to be caught by surprise.

That’s why a consistent service plan at Wayside Garage is so valuable. We make sure you’re aware of every service appointment because it’s part of your approved plan.

The other guys will hustle unnecessary repair costs out of your pocket, but Wayside Garage values its customers far too much for that.

A careful and correct diagnosis of your vehicle is always what you’ll get. We’re happy only when you’re happy.Community involvement is important to Wayside Garage.

We’ve been at work since 1946, and our customers are like family. We’ve seen each other grow up, get married and have children and grandchildren through the generations.

All along, we’ve established a reputation for top-quality auto repairs and maintenance to go with our excellent customer service.

We love and appreciate our customers most, as they make doing what we love so worthwhile. Bringing a smile to your face and seeing the relief in your eyes after a complete and affordable repair service is the best part of our day.

There are a variety of popular driving destinations in this area, so get ready for the weekend with a quick stop at Wayside Garage, in our beautiful locale near bike and walking paths.

Make sure your vehicle is always ready for a trip to the beach! We also volunteer our time at youth organizations like Pop Warner Cheerleaders, Carmel Academy of Performing Arts, and Dance Kids of Monterey County.