Job Type
Full-time
Description
Redwood City, CA | Land Rover | Jaguar | Luxury European brand | Flat-rate | JLR certified | European brand welcome | Peninsula | Bay Area | Veterans encouraged to apply | $30 - $55/hr flat rate
IS THIS YOU?
• You're an experienced flat-rate technician with solid diagnostic ability and a quality standard you hold yourself to without being managed
• You have Land Rover or Jaguar experience - or a strong luxury or European brand background and the drive to grow your JLR expertise
• You're looking for a well-run Peninsula store where your skills are valued, your rate reflects your experience, and your work directly supports a loyal, passionate guest base
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Diagnose and repair Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles across a full range of systems - engine, transmission, brakes, advanced electrical, suspension, ADAS, Terrain Response, air suspension, and beyond - using JLR SDD and OEM diagnostic procedures
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans - communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization
• Execute repairs to JLR factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
• Complete repair orders accurately - documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
• Stay current on JLR technical service bulletins, software updates, and manufacturer repair procedures
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership - required
• Land Rover or Jaguar experience preferred - BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volvo, or other luxury European platform backgrounds welcome
• JLR SDD diagnostic platform experience preferred - or equivalent European luxury diagnostic tool proficiency
• Strong diagnostic foundation - able to work through multi-system problems accurately and efficiently
• ASE certifications a strong plus - JLR factory certifications highly valued and reflected in rate
• Low comeback rate and a quality standard that doesn't require managing
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
WHAT WE OFFER
• $30 - $55/hr flat rate - rate reflects your experience, certification level, and diagnostic depth
• Progressive pay plan - JLR factory certifications and tenure increase your rate over time
• Paid JLR manufacturer training and certification support
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Clear career path - strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
WHY LAND ROVER REDWOOD CITY
• A loyal, passionate Peninsula guest base - Land Rover owners here care deeply about their vehicles and return to the technicians who take care of them, making quality work the best retention tool in the shop
• JLR certifications are recognized and reflected in your rate - bring your credentials and they move your number
• Redwood City sits at the heart of the Peninsula - a strong, growing market with consistent Land Rover service volume
• 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
If you're an experienced flat-rate technician with Land Rover, Jaguar, or luxury European platform expertise and the diagnostic depth to match - we'd like to meet you.
Salary Description
$30 - $55/hour (flat-rate)
