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Automotive Technician

County Automotive Services
Tipton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/9/2026

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Automotive Technician to join our service team. In this role, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain client vehicles to guarantee maximum safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will combine strong hands-on mechanical skills with efficient problem solving and the technical literacy required to operate advanced computerized diagnostic equipment.

Core Responsibilities

  • Perform computerized vehicle diagnostics to accurately identify malfunctions in mechanical, electrical, and integrated electronic systems.
  • Execute routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, fluid flushes, tire rotations, wheel alignments, and brake pad replacements.
  • Repair or replace faulty vehicle components including engines, transmissions, steering and suspension systems, HVAC units, and braking assemblies.
  • Conduct thorough multi-point vehicle inspections on every car serviced to identify potential future issues and safety hazards.
  • Verify successful repairs by conducting safe test drives and checking onboard diagnostic parameters.
  • Interpret manufacturer specifications, technical service bulletins, and diagnostic flowcharts to ensure all work meets factory standards.
  • Maintain clear and accurate documentation of all vehicle inspections, diagnosed faults, parts required, and repairs completed.
  • Keep the shop environment and individual bay clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations.
  • Collaborate with service advisors to provide transparent repair estimates and clearly explain technical issues for customer visibility.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Preferred post-secondary training program in automotive technology, or an equivalent technical school certificate.
  • Minimum of 2 years of professional automotive technician experience.
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with literacy in vehicle electrical systems and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with other mechanics and service advisors.
  • Physical capability to stand for long periods, work with hands overhead, and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Ownership of a basic set of hand tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications (A1-A8 series).
  • Experience working with Snap-On scan tools.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off

Salary : $20 - $27

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