Auto & Tire Technician Jobs Near You in San Marcos, CA

Check Out San Marcos Automotive Technician Jobs

Want to advance your mechanic career in San Marcos? You’ve reached your destination. With thousands of hardworking employees across the nation, Firestone Complete Auto Care is a known leader in the auto repair industry, and a great place for new opportunities. Join our San Marcos team as an advanced technician to continue developing your technical skills and work on a variety of vehicles with cutting edge technology. We are looking for driven employees who are passionate about building relationships and love cars from bumper to bumper. Is that how you’d describe yourself? If so, find more San Marcos auto technician job info below.

San Marcos Advanced Auto Technician Job Description

So, what does the day-to-day life of mechanics in San Marcos look like? As an advanced auto and tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care, your days will be full of all things car-related, from test driving and repairing vehicles to educating non-mechanical clients on mechanical repairs.

Advanced mechanics in San Marcos have a number of responsibilities including troubleshooting and repairing cars to manufacturer guidelines by completing services such as diagnostics and exhaust repairs, as well as brake checks and A/C recharges. Additionally, advanced technicians mentor their less experienced teammates, overseeing them as they perform everyday services like battery checks and oil changes. Above all, you’ll champion the Firestone Complete Auto Care promise: to deliver cars that are fixed right, priced right, right on time.

Requirements for Advanced Technicians in San Marcos

Want to know what it takes to get a San Marcos advanced technician job? You must have a few years (5 years minimum) of mechanical experience under your belt and hold proof of completion of a Vocational-Technical program in the mechanical field. Having a valid driver’s license at all times, combined with the ability to test drive clients’ cars is a must-have. You’ll also need adequate math, reading, writing, and communication skills. An outstanding application will also show you’re A.S.E. certified in at least five of A1-A8 (L1 counts, too). Don’t have these qualifications… yet? No worries, you’ll have up to two years from the date of your employment to comply. If California calls for extra certifications, you can expect to obtain those as well. Just as importantly, you must have the skill to mentor entry-level mechanics and advise non-technical customers about automotive diagnostics and complex services.

Perks of Joining Our Team in San Marcos, CA as an Auto Technician

Finding a selection of auto technician jobs near you in San Marcos, CA isn’t hard. But while other car repair shops just offer jobs, Firestone Complete Auto Care cultivates an empowering work environment. We’ll back your education with paid training, cheer you on as you continue your A.S.E. education, and arm you with the skills you need for a raise or promotion with us. You’ll earn competitive pay while also being eligible for performance-based incentives! Part-time and full-time employees both qualify for our healthcare plans.

Are there benefits that set Firestone Complete Auto Care apart from other businesses hiring in San Marcos? Yes, check it out! California Full and part-time teammates have instant access to important resources for staying healthy, like vision, dental, medical, and even optional pet insurance. (We're big fans of pets, too!) Other terrific benefits include an apprentice toolkit to help you become a Maintenance Technician if you want, paid medical maternity leave, optional technician tool insurance, and free uniforms, including specially sized uniforms for women. Health aid coverage for children age 0-17, free flu shots, and 24/7 access to doctors through Blue Cross Blue Shield's Telehealth network are also available as soon as you start. Eventually, you may also be able to take advantage of vacation time, sick pay, 401(k), and short or long-term disability. So many of these perks come free!

Ready to upgrade your work life? Don’t miss your chance to join the team as an advanced auto tech in San Marcos. Not ready to apply... yet? Call us at 877-734-9512 with questions about employment at Firestone Complete Auto Care.