Precision Tune Technician PT01BLead / Master Technician - Back Shop Leadership RolePrecision Tune Auto Care - Opelika, ALPrecision Tune Auto Care - Opelika is seeking an experienced
Lead / Master Technician to step into a key leadership role within our back shop. This position is designed for a technician who wants more than a traditional flat-rate role - someone who values
leadership, accountability, teamwork, and performance-based upside.
Role OverviewThe Lead / Master Technician serves as the
technical and cultural leader of the back shop, supporting production quality, mentoring technicians, and helping drive consistent, profitable performance.
This is not a traditional hourly or flat-rate role. Compensation is aligned with results and overall shop success.
Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership- Perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs
- Serve as the primary technical resource for the shop
- Support quality control and repair accuracy
- Assist with difficult diagnostic cases
Mentorship & Team Development- Mentor and support junior and mid-level technicians
- Foster a collaborative, team-oriented back shop culture
- Encourage consistency, learning, and accountability
- Help elevate overall shop throughput and capability
Operational Support- Assist with determining appropriate labor times for complex jobs
(AllData remains the default labor guide) - Provide technical insight to support accurate estimating before pricing is communicated
- Help ensure efficient workflow and minimize bottlenecks
Note: This role does not manage payroll, set wages, or oversee front-of-house operations.
Compensation Structure (Performance-Based)Technician Labor Pool- Weekly labor pool equal to 20% of customer-billed labor
- Shared among all production technicians
- Pool size scales directly with shop performance
Lead / Master Technician Share- The Lead / Master Technician receives a primary share of the technician labor pool, reflective of leadership responsibility, experience, and impact
- In the current staffing model, this equates to approximately 50% of the technician pool, plus a $300 weekly leadership stipend
Dynamic Scaling Provision- Technician pool percentages are not fixed entitlements
- As additional junior or mid-level technicians are added, individual pool percentages may be adjusted to reflect:
- Team size
- Skill mix
- Hours worked
- Overall contribution
- Any such adjustments are made to ensure:
- The relative weighting of the Lead / Master Technician role remains intact
- The structure remains fair, scalable, and sustainable as the shop grows
Earnings Potential- Historical average earnings: ~$2,000+ per week
- Earnings scale upward with increased billed labor and shop growth
- No artificial cap on upside
Schedule & Work Expectations- Schedule is set by the shop operator to ensure coverage and workflow consistency
- This role operates on a full-time schedule consistent with leadership responsibilities
- Some flexibility may be available based on operational needs and performance
- Occasional early starts or extended days may be required depending on workload
While this position offers more flexibility than an entry-level role, it is
not self-scheduled. Reliability, availability, and presence are essential.
Why This Role Is Different- No hourly wage
- No overtime pay
- No flat-rate competition
Instead, this role offers:
- Leadership responsibility within the back shop
- Compensation tied to real results
- Alignment with team success rather than individual isolation
- Long-term growth potential as the shop grows
Ideal Candidate Profile- 8+ years of professional automotive repair experience (preferred)
- Strong diagnostic capability across multiple systems
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and support other technicians
- Comfortable with performance-based compensation
- Takes ownership of outcomes, not just tasks
- Values teamwork, structure, and accountability
ASE certifications preferred but not required.
How to ApplyPlease submit:
- Resume or work history
- Brief explanation of why this role aligns with your goals
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation.
