Automotive Technician | $40–$50/hr | 5+ Yrs Required - 2461

Automotive Diagnostic Technician | $40–$50/HR | 70% Diagnostic Work

Independent Automotive Repair Shop

Location: Boulder, CO
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM | Occasional Saturdays may be required
Pay Rate: $40–$50/hour
Pay Type: Hourly

Spend More Time Diagnosing. Get Paid by the Hour.

If you're the technician others turn to for difficult electrical, drivability, and mechanical problems, this position gives you the opportunity to focus on those skills.

Approximately 70% of the role is diagnostics and advanced repair, with hourly pay instead of flat rate. You'll have steady workflow, professional diagnostic equipment, and opportunities for overtime as business needs require.

Why Experienced Technicians Join the Team

• $40–$50/hour — hourly, not flat rate
• Approximately 70% diagnostics and advanced repair
• Technicians typically produce 40–50 flagged hours per week
• 12-bay independent repair shop
• Autel and Snap-on diagnostic equipment
• Tekmetric Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
• Primarily Domestic and Asian vehicles
• Paid training

About the Shop

This established independent repair shop is seeking an experienced Automotive Diagnostic Technician in Boulder, CO.

You'll work in a 12-bay facility servicing primarily Domestic and Asian vehicles. Approximately 70% of your work will focus on diagnostics and advanced repairs, with the remaining 30% consisting of maintenance services that support shop workflow.

The shop services fewer than 25 vehicles per day with an Average Repair Order (ARO) of $500–$800. Although technicians are paid hourly, they typically produce 40–50 flagged hours per week, reflecting the shop's consistent workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose drivability, electrical, and mechanical concerns
• Perform advanced diagnostics and complex mechanical repairs
• Troubleshoot and repair automotive electrical systems
• Repair steering, suspension, cooling systems, and other major mechanical components
• Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) using Tekmetric
• Perform maintenance services as needed
• Diagnose and repair primarily Domestic and Asian vehicles

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional automotive technician experience
• Strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience performing complex mechanical repairs
• Experience with steering, suspension, cooling systems, and pressure testing
• Own professional automotive tools
• Independent repair shop experience preferred
• Ability to balance advanced diagnostic work with maintenance services

Compensation & Benefits

• $40–$50/hour
• Hourly pay
• Overtime opportunities available as business needs require
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing paid training
• Colorado Retirement Plan

Why Work Here

This role is built for a technician who wants challenging diagnostic work without relying on flat-rate compensation.

You'll spend approximately 70% of your time on diagnostics and advanced repairs, with access to Autel and Snap-on equipment, Tekmetric, and a 12-bay facility. The shop's consistent workflow supports technicians who typically produce 40–50 flagged hours per week.

You'll also work with a collaborative team where variety, continued learning, and quality workmanship are valued.

How to Apply (Important)

We move fast — and so should you.

Step 1: Apply

Step 2: Complete a quick phone interview with our AI assistant “Paige” (takes about 10 minutes)

After you apply, you’ll receive an automated text message with a phone number you can call at your convenience to complete the interview. Candidates who complete the Paige interview get priority.

If you're looking for hourly stability while spending most of your time on advanced diagnostics and complex repairs, apply today.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.