Automotive Service Technician - Audi Central Houston

Sonic Automotive

$62K — $124K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years as an Automotive Service Technician focusing on German brands (e.g., BMW, Volkswagen, Audi)
  • Previous dealership experience required
  • Authorization to work in the USA needed
  • Ability to pass background, drug testing, and MVR checks

Responsibilities

  • Inspect vehicles for mechanical and electrical issues
  • Perform repairs on components like engines and brakes
  • Test drive vehicles post-repair to ensure functionality
  • Replace or repair parts like spark plugs and filters
  • Conduct routine maintenance services such as oil changes
  • Check vehicles for safety concerns and recommend additional services
  • Collaborate with service advisors and parts department on repairs

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • $0 monthly premium for Technicians after 12 months
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off that increases with tenure
  • Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
  • Employee pricing on vehicles, parts & services
  • Access to free & discounted gym memberships
  • Exclusive travel discounts for hotels, flights & rentals
  • OEM Certification and paid manufacturer training
  • Opportunities for career growth within a Fortune 500 company
Full Job Description
Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate):
  • $30.00 - $60.00 / hour


Job Description

The Automotive Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform a thorough inspection of vehicles to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
  • Carry out repairs based on the diagnosed issues, which may include engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, and HVAC system work.
  • Take vehicles on test drives to evaluate repairs, check for issues, or ensure the vehicle is functioning properly after the repairs are completed.
  • Replace or repair key components: Spark plugs, filters, brake pads, rotors, belts, and hoses.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks: Oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and alignment adjustments.
  • Examine vehicles to check for any safety concerns or additional services that need to be addressed, ensuring that all systems are working correctly for the customer's safety.
  • Work with and notify the service advisor if additional work is unnecessary or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised timeframe.
  • Communicate effectively with the parts department to procure required parts.
  • Save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests.


Qualifications
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician working on German automotive brands (BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, etc)
  • Must have previous dealership experience
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
  • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Audi brand certifications
  • ASEs


Additional Information

Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate):
  • $30.00 - $60.00 / hour
    • Depending on experience, qualifications, and brand certifications
  • Tenure Bonus:
    • Begins at 6 months from hire date for bonus pay up to $3.50 / hour per flat rate hour.

Schedule:
  • FULL-TIME
  • Sundays Always Off
  • Saturday Availability Required

Perks & Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • $0 Monthly Premium for Technicians after 12 months**
  • Reduced Rates for Dependent Coverage**
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off that Increases with Tenure
  • Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
  • Employee Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service
  • Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
  • Exclusive Travel Discounts on Hotels, Flights & Rentals
  • OEM Certification & Paid Manufacturer Training Opportunities
  • Career Growth within a Fortune 500 Company

*Tenure bonus eligibility begins after 6 months.
**Coverage begins at hire; premium-free medical starts after 1 year of service.

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