Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Description

Santa Monica, CA | Subaru | Trusted brand | Flat-rate | Line Technician | Journeyman | Diagnostic | Veterans encouraged to apply | $35 - $45/hr flat rate

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40 rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Subaru of Santa Monica, we serve a community that's passionate about this brand and trusts us to take care of their vehicles. That trust is earned in the service bay -- by technicians who take their craft seriously and hold themselves to a standard that keeps guests coming back.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and repair Subaru vehicles across a full range of systems -- engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and beyond -- using Subaru diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
• Move beyond routine maintenance into line-level diagnostic work -- interpreting fault codes, conducting road tests, and working through multi-system concerns methodically
• Develop and execute accurate repair plans -- communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization and timeline commitments
• Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently -- documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
• Stay current on Subaru technical service bulletins, software updates, and evolving repair procedures
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout every shift
• Contribute to a shop culture where quality, accountability, and craftsmanship are the baseline
  
  

What We're Looking For

• 2 years of Subaru dealership or Subaru-specific service experience strongly preferred
• Proven background as an apprentice or express technician ready to take the next step into full line and diagnostic work
• ASE certifications recommended -- Subaru factory certifications a strong plus
• Solid diagnostic foundation -- able to approach complex, multi-system problems with patience and process
• Comfortable with Subaru Select Monitor or equivalent diagnostic platforms
• Low comeback rate and a personal standard that doesn't require managing
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role -- lifting, bending, and standing throughout the shift
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• A craftsmanship mindset -- you take pride in every repair that leaves your bay
  
  

What We Offer

• $35.00 - $45.00 per flat-rate hour -- rate based on experience, Subaru knowledge, and diagnostic capability
• Progressive pay plan -- certifications and demonstrated skill drive your rate up over time
• Paid Subaru manufacturer training and certification support
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Modern facility with current Subaru diagnostic tools and technology
• Clear career path -- strong line technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
  
  

WHY SUBARU OF SANTA MONICA

• Subaru owners are some of the most loyal in the industry -- consistent service volume means steady flat-rate hours and real earning potential
• Moving from express to line work is one of the most meaningful career steps in this trade -- this role is built for that transition, with the volume, the variety, and the mentorship to support it
• Santa Monica is a high-demand market with a guest base that values quality and returns to technicians who deliver it
• 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
• Leadership that invests in your certifications, your development, and your long-term career growth
  
  

Subaru of Santa Monica is a store with consistent volume, a loyal guest base, and a management team that understands what it takes to keep a skilled technician productive and engaged. The flat-rate structure rewards techs who work with speed and care -- and the diagnostic responsibility that comes with a line position is the kind of work that builds a real career.

If you've put in your time in the express lane or as an apprentice and you're ready to step up -- this is the role you've been working toward. #T4