What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice/Express Technician position at Swickard SMS LLC?
Description
Santa Monica, CA | Subaru | Hospitality | Apprentice Technician position| Veterans encouraged to apply | $18 - $21/hr
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, the express lane keeps our guests moving and our shop running. The Express Technician performs the high-volume, fast-turnaround work that builds the foundation of a long career in this industry -- and on a flat-rate plan, your speed and consistency directly drive your paycheck.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Perform routine maintenance services -- oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and multi-point inspections -- quickly and accurately
• Utilize diagnostic tools to identify basic vehicle concerns and escalate complex issues to senior technicians when needed
• Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently -- documenting work performed and parts used with precision
• Communicate findings clearly to service advisors so guests receive accurate recommendations and timely updates
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in the express lane
• Stay current on Subaru technical service bulletins and manufacturer-recommended maintenance procedures
• Work efficiently on a flat-rate structure -- your speed and quality directly determine your earnings
• Contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented service environment where consistency and accuracy are the standard
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Entry-level to early-career technicians welcome -- this is a strong starting point for building a long-term automotive career
• Completion of an automotive technician training program or equivalent hands-on experience preferred
• Basic understanding of automotive systems and routine maintenance procedures
• Fast, accurate, and able to maintain quality even when production speed matters
• Comfortable using basic diagnostic and shop tools
• Physically capable of standing, bending, and performing hands-on repair work throughout the shift
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• A team-first mindset -- you're building skills alongside technicians who can help you grow
WHAT WE OFFER
• $18 - $21 per hour
• Paid Subaru manufacturer training and certification support
• Progressive pay plan -- certifications and demonstrated skill drive your rate up
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Clear career path -- express technicians grow into line technician, diagnostic, and senior technician 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, productive flat-rate hours
• The express lane is where great technicians build the fundamentals -- speed, accuracy, and consistency -- that carry through the rest of their career
• Santa Monica is a vibrant, active market with a strong, returning guest base
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• A store that develops from within -- express technicians who show speed, accuracy, and reliability have a real path to grow
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests
Every skilled technician started with the fundamentals -- and the express lane is where those fundamentals get built. Subaru of Santa Monica offers the training and mentorship to help you grow into more advanced work and a flat-rate technician position down the line.
If you're motivated, mechanically inclined, and ready to build a real career in the automotive industry -- we'd like to meet you.
Salary : $18 - $21