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Automotive Diagnostic Technician

Tom Kadlec Kia
Rochester, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026

Automotive Diagnostic Technician

Rochester, MN


Automotive Diagnostic Technician

We are hiring an experienced Automotive Diagnostic Technician to diagnose and repair complex electrical, electronic, and drivability issues. If you excel at finding root causes—not just replacing parts—you’ll fit right in with our team.

The pay range is $60,000-$150,000/year! Step into your future with Tom Kadlec Kia, now operating from our brand new, state-of-the-art dealership! 

What You’ll Do

  • Diagnose engine, electrical, communication network, and drivability problems

  • Use OEM and advanced diagnostic tools (scan tools, scopes, multimeters)

  • Perform coding, programming, software updates, and ADAS calibrations

  • Document findings clearly and communicate with service advisors

  • Ensure high-quality, efficient repairs following OEM standards

What We’re Looking For

  • 3 years automotive diagnostic experience

  • Strong electrical/electronic systems knowledge

  • Proficiency with scan tools and oscilloscopes

  • Ability to read wiring diagrams and TSBs

  • Clean driver’s license

Benefits

  • High earning potential with performance-based compensation
  • Aggressive & Rewarding Compensation Package
  • Paid time off (PTO) such as sick days and vacation days
  • Fully vested traditional and/or Roth IRA 401(k) with a company match
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Health savings account (HSA) and Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Tele-Medicine
  • 24/7 Employee assistance programs
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Critical Illness and Accident
  • Financial planning resources
  • Identity theft protection and legal support
  • Employee vehicle purchase plans
  • Discounts on products and services
  • World-class training and professional development
  • Continuous education and certification training
  • Opportunity for advancement and professional development
  • Busy shop with a very strong used vehicle department!

Tom Kadlec Kia is a rapidly-expanding auto dealer with excellent opportunities for career growth. Our goal is to provide exceptional service that: Customers recommend to family and friends, that encourages honesty and integrity, that employees are proud of and that people will seek their lifetime for all automobile solutions. For these reasons, we are dedicated to finding people who are passionate, motivated and ambitious to join our team.

Salary : $60,000 - $150,000

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