Automotive Mechanic Internship Jobs in Renton, WA

A-Level Automotive Technician | Up to $39/hr | Monday-Friday

High Road Automotive
Location: Seattle, WA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:30 PM with a 1-hour lunch
Pay Rate: Up to $39/hour
Pay Type: Hourly Pay
Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly
Earning Potential: $70,000-$95,000/year
Typical Flagged Hours: 35 billed hours/week expected for this position

How to Apply (IMPORTANT)

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Step 1: Apply

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

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About High Road Automotive

High Road Automotive is seeking an A-Level Automotive Technician or strong B-Level Technician in Seattle, WA, for a lead/top technician opportunity. The role pays up to $39/hour with approximate annual earning potential of $70,000-$95,000. The shop offers a Monday-Friday schedule, 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage, vision coverage, and a collaborative environment where technicians work together instead of competing for jobs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced automotive diagnostics and troubleshooting, including drivability and electrical diagnosis.
• Diagnose complex vehicle issues and complete general automotive repairs and maintenance.
• Read and accurately interpret automotive wiring diagrams to diagnose electrical concerns.
• Perform Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs) and clearly document vehicle needs.
• Complete difficult repairs, including engine and transmission swaps as needed; internal transmission rebuilding is not required.
• Serve as a technical resource for interns and less-experienced technicians, particularly on diagnostic work.
• Participate in end-of-day team huddles to review upcoming workload and coordinate job distribution.
• Provide occasional service-advisor backup, including customer-facing support and limited estimating or parts research.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of automotive repair experience at minimum, required; A-Level experience is preferred, and strong B-Level technicians will be considered.
• Intermediate-to-advanced automotive diagnostic skills with the ability to resolve difficult diagnostic issues with limited intervention.
• Strong automotive electrical skills and the ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Competence performing routine mechanical repairs, maintenance, and Digital Vehicle Inspections.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills for occasional front-counter support.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other technicians and contribute to shared diagnostic and repair work.
• ASE certifications are preferred but not required; Asian-vehicle experience and previous lead-tech or mentoring experience are also preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay up to $39/hour for a highly qualified technician.
• Hourly pay structure.
• Approximate annual earning potential of $70,000-$95,000
• Approximately 35 billed hours per week expected for this position, with production expected to align with compensation level.
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
  
• Approximately $10,000 in life insurance through the medical plan.
• SIMPLE IRA with approximately 3% employer match.
• PTO/sick time offered per applicable Seattle/Washington requirements, with sick time incorporated into PTO.
• Six major paid holidays.
• Uniforms provided.
• ASE reimbursement available.
• In-house/on-the-job training and mentoring.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate; package and details are determined case by case.

Why Work Here

High Road Automotive operates a seven-bay, seven-lift shop with an alignment rack and a vehicle mix that is approximately 80% Asian, with the remainder primarily domestic. The shop has deep roots servicing Honda and Asian vehicles and refers European work elsewhere.

The environment is intentionally collaborative: technicians help one another diagnose and repair vehicles, participate in DVIs, and meet at the end of the day to coordinate the next day's workload. The owner provides hands-on technical training and support, and the team also mentors local community-college and technical-school interns.

This position offers the opportunity to step into the shop's lead/top technician role while remaining hands-on with advanced diagnostics and repairs. Heat is available in five bays; the bays do not have air conditioning.

Apply today and complete your initial screening with Paige to explore the Automotive Technician opportunity with High Road Automotive.

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.