Automotive Diagnostician - ASE Certified

Opus’ Envirotest is expanding its team with a new Motorist Assistant Center initiative and is seeking ASE-certified Master Diagnosticians who want to apply their know-how in a fresh setting. The role sits onsite in Annapolis, MD, with the Baltimore, MD headquarters serving as a base and travel to Envirotest stations across Maryland. If you enjoy solving problems, explaining technical concepts clearly, and delivering solid customer service, this could be a fitting next step in your automotive career. As part of Envirotest, a global leader in vehicle emissions testing equipment and services and a proud subsidiary of Opus Inspection, the mission remains straightforward: make the world cleaner and safer through smart technology, dependable service, and strong operational execution. This position puts your diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in the spotlight, guiding motorists through emissions-related concerns without heavy shop work or equipment wear. It’s a visible role where you’ll educate customers and help them understand what their vehicles need to move forward. Day-to-day, you’ll diagnose emission-related issues, gather the necessary vehicle information for motorists and repair facilities, and document test and diagnostic results, including MIL status, DTCs, and readiness data to support repairs. You’ll visually assess repair waivers to verify completed work and care for the diagnostic instruments and equipment when needed. The job may include other duties as assigned, but the focus is on clear communication, accurate record-keeping, and delivering helpful, tech-informed guidance to drivers.

What you’ll bring to the road

Must-have qualifications - ASE Certified with A6, A8 and L1 certifications - Either five years of full-time emissions repair experience, or two years of automotive education plus four years of emissions repair experience - A high school diploma or equivalent - A valid driver’s license with a good driving record Nice-to-haves - Knowledge of digital and analog electronics - Familiarity with test equipment, including digital multimeters - An advanced understanding of electromechanical operation - A working understanding of pneumatics

Pay, benefits and practical details

The pay range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience. In addition, the position comes with a company-provided vehicle and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, voluntary benefits, a 401k with company match, and an annual bonus incentive. The role is described as based out of Baltimore, MD headquarters with travel to Envirotest stations throughout Maryland, and the job location is listed as Annapolis, MD.

Advice for applicants

Lead with your ASE credentials. Put your A6, A8 and L1 certifications up front on your resume so reviewers see you’re eligible for the role from the start. Tie those credentials to concrete emissions work you’ve done, and emphasize the context in which you used them. Show how you handle the measurement and documentation side of diagnostics. Describe your experience with OBD tests, MIL status, DTCs, and readiness status, and give a quick example of a case where you compiled vehicle information for motorists and repair facilities to ensure proper repairs. Be ready to talk about your electronics and test equipment experience in concrete terms. Mention your familiarity with digital multimeters, digital and analog electronics, and your grasp of electromechanical systems and pneumatics, with a brief anecdote about a time you used that knowledge to resolve a diagnosis. Explain your travel and on-site capabilities. Highlight your willingness to travel to Envirotest stations across Maryland and, if applicable, your comfort with a role based in Baltimore with duties centered in Annapolis, MD.

How to apply

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