Automotive Diagnostic and Repair Technician

Thomsen Auto Repair | Manchester, IA

Thomsen Auto Repair is a family-owned NAPA AutoCare and TechNet shop with a strong reputation, a steady customer base, and a team that takes pride in doing repairs right the first time. We are booked about a week out, charge for diagnostic time, and use a paperless Tekmetric system.

We are hiring an experienced Automotive Diagnostic Technician to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for a technician who can accurately diagnose electrical and drivability concerns, work efficiently, and deliver quality repairs without cutting corners.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and repair electrical, drivability, and mechanical concerns
• Use diagnostic tools and testing procedures to identify root causes
• Complete accurate, efficient repairs and help prevent comebacks
• Document inspections, diagnoses, and repairs in Tekmetric
• Communicate findings and repair recommendations clearly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Work collaboratively with the team to keep vehicles moving through the shop
• Deliver consistent, high-quality work in a busy environment

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of automotive diagnostic and repair experience
• Strong electrical and drivability diagnostic skills
• Ability to work efficiently and produce quality results
• Own professional tools
• Valid driver’s license
• ASE certifications are preferred but not required
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to continued learning

Pay and Schedule

• $30–$46 per hour, based on experience, skills, and certifications
• 35-hour weekly guarantee during the first 90 days
• 30-hour weekly guarantee after the first 90 days
• Weekly production bonus when you flag more than 40 hours
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Home every night and every weekend

Benefits and Perks

• Health and dental insurance with 80% of premiums paid
• Vision insurance fully paid
• $100 per month toward family coverage
• 401(k) with a 3% company match
• 80 hours of paid time off
• Heated and air-conditioned shop
• Team incentives when goals are reached
• Supportive, family-owned workplace

Why Join Thomsen Auto Repair?

You won’t be shorted on hours, left freezing in the bay, or expected to clean up someone else’s comebacks. You’ll have a steady workflow, a comfortable shop, a team-oriented environment, and the opportunity to earn based on the quality and productivity of your work.

Our shop is located about an hour from Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Dubuque, and approximately 15 minutes south of Manchester.

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced diagnostic technician who enjoys solving challenging electrical and drivability problems and takes pride in efficient, accurate repairs, we’d like to talk with you. Message us or stop by Thomsen Auto Repair to apply.

Pay: $30.00 - $46.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please describe a difficult diagnostic issue you solved and the testing process you used to identify the root cause.
• Are you comfortable using scan tools, wiring diagrams, and other diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot vehicle concerns?
• Are you comfortable documenting inspections, diagnoses, and repairs using shop-management software such as Tekmetric?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $46