Automotive Service Technician
Tire DiscountersJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Join Tire Discounters in Washington DC as a full-time Automotive Service Technician, part of a family-owned tire and service retailer that prioritizes people, safety and growth. You’ll perform tire installation, steering and suspension, alignments, brakes, diagnostics and routine maintenance, and test drive before and after repairs while keeping a clean, safe shop. Requirements: 2+ years of auto repair, own tools, ability to operate lifts and diagnostic scanners, good customer service and communication, ability to lift 75 lbs, valid license, Saturday availability, and US work authorization. Pay from 50k to 175k+ with hourly, commission and overtime; tool program and path to management included. To apply, tailor your resume to show hands-on repair, tool ownership, teamwork and goals.
Join the Tire Discounters Family -- Drive Your Career Forward!
About Us:
Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire & service business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care for our nearly 2,300 team members. We offer diverse career paths, industry-leading training, and a commitment to our core values.
As a family-owned tire and automotive service retailer, our mission is to prioritize people and safety above all else. We are dedicated to delivering a "WOW" experience to our customers and team members, with a commitment to always do the right thing while challenging the status quo.
Your Role as a Service Technician:
As a Service Technician at Tire Discounters, you'll perform various automotive services, including tire installation and maintenance, steering and suspension, alignments, brakes, engine diagnostic, drivability, and preventative, corrective, and routine maintenance services. You'll be key to ensuring the success of daily operations at your location.
What You'll Do:
- Provides accurate and timely quality vehicle inspection, maintenance and repairs, ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded.
- Test drive vehicles before and after repairs to ensure functionality and overall safety.
- Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.
- Foster a collaborative team environment and assist as needed.
Your Skills & Qualifications:
- 2+ years of automotive repair experience (ASE certifications preferred but not required).
- Must have own tools (tool purchase program available).
- Ability to operate automotive vehicle lifts, shop tools and equipment (diagnostic scanner experience a plus).
- Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
- Valid driver's license and availability to work Saturdays.
- Comfortable with occasional exposure to mechanical hazards and outdoor conditions.
- Authorized to work in the USA (18+).
Compensation
Pay: $50,000 - $175,000+ annually (hourly + commission).
Our Service Technicians experience one of the best pay plans in the business! They are paid a weekly hourly rate, commission on labor, and variable overtime.
Career Path
Service Technician → Service Manager → General Manager
Why Join Tire Discounters?
- Grow with us: Defined career paths -- many of our shop leaders and managers started right where you are.
- Investing in you: Master-certified trainers, paid hands-on learning, plus a company tool program to help you build your career.
- Competitive pay & benefits: A full suite of perks tailored to fit your needs -- health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
- Family culture: A truly supportive team that values you as a person -- we've been putting people first for almost five decades!
Ready to grow your career with a company that truly values you?