Automotive Technician | $30–$55/HR | Climate-Controlled Shop
Independent Automotive Repair Shop
Location: Plain City, OH
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
Pay Rate: $30–$55 per Flagged Hour (Flat Rate)
Pay Schedule: Twice Monthly (5th & 20th)
Typical Flagged Hours: Approximately 40 per Week
Want to Spend More Time Fixing Cars and Less Time Chasing Parts?
If you're an experienced Automotive Technician who enjoys diagnostics and quality repairs, this shop is built to help you stay productive.
Dedicated Service Advisors handle customer communication and parts sourcing, while a Quality Technician performs final inspections—so you can focus on what you do best: inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing vehicles.
With consistent workflow, modern equipment, and a climate-controlled shop, you'll have everything you need to build a long-term career.
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 (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 your interview. Candidates who complete the Paige interview receive priority consideration.
About the Shop
This professionally managed independent repair shop services approximately 80–85 vehicles each week, providing consistent workflow in a fully heated and air-conditioned facility.
You'll work on Domestic, Asian, European, fleet, and light diesel vehicles alongside a collaborative team with dedicated Service Advisors, a General Manager, and a Quality Technician who help keep the shop running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive vehicle inspections
- Complete Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) using Tekmetric
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and drivability concerns
- Utilize Autel and Snap-on diagnostic equipment
- Perform maintenance and repairs on Domestic, Asian, European, fleet, and light diesel vehicles
- Complete engine and transmission replacements
- Perform timing chain and head gasket repairs
- Build accurate repair orders with labor times and parts information
- Communicate repair findings with the front-office team
Qualifications
- 2+ years of professional automotive repair experience
- A-Level or B-Level diagnostic and mechanical ability
- Strong vehicle inspection and diagnostic skills
- Electrical diagnostic experience strongly preferred
- Experience replacing engines and transmissions
- ASE Certifications preferred
- Experience with Tekmetric or DVI systems preferred (training available)
- State inspection, emissions, DOT, or other automotive certifications are a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- $30–$55 per flagged hour
- Approximately 40 flagged hours per week
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (50% employer contribution)
- Paid Time Off
- Six paid holidays
- Training reimbursement
- ShopFix Academy technician training
- Toolbox relocation assistance
- Shop lunch every other Friday
- Company events twice each year
Why Work Here
Here's what you can expect:
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Fully heated and air-conditioned shop
- Approximately 80–85 vehicles each week
- Dedicated Service Advisors handle customer communication and parts sourcing
- Quality Technician performs final inspections
- 12 lifts and an alignment rack
- Tekmetric shop management system
- Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)
- Autel and Snap-on diagnostic equipment
- Ongoing training through ShopFix Academy
- Collaborative team focused on quality repairs
If you're looking for consistent workflow, modern equipment, and a shop where you can focus on repairing vehicles—not chasing paperwork—we'd love to hear from you.
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.