Automotive Technician

Job description:
Are you an A-Level or B-Level Automotive Technician tired of the stress of straight flat-rate, but still want to be rewarded for your speed and production?

AAMCO Milwaukie is seeking a top-tier Auto Mechanic / Automotive Technician to join our high-volume service center. We are a comprehensive car repair facility handling full-service engine repairs, advanced drivability issues, and general total car care.

Crucially: This position does NOT require transmission rebuilding experience. We handle the internal bench-work. We need a master of vehicle systems who takes pride in diagnostic accuracy and quality heavy-line repairs. We are highly interested in service technicians with a strong background in engine rebuilding, timing chains, and engine diagnostics.

The Best Pay Model in the Industry:
We offer a highly attractive Hybrid Pay Structure. You get the absolute peace of mind of a high guaranteed hourly base rate, combined with a production bonus or flag-hour multiplier that rewards you for turning massive hours.

• B-Level Tech Target: $28.00 – $36.00 /hr base (plus production bonuses).
• A-Level / Master Tech Target: $36.00 – $48.00+ /hr base (plus production bonuses).

• True Financial Security: High guaranteed hourly base + uncapped production bonuses.
• Real Work-Life Balance: Enjoy consistent, reliable daytime hours with NO weekends.
• Top-Tier Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and employer-matched 401(k).
• Advanced Support: Access to corporate live technician hotlines for instantaneous troubleshooting.
• Paid Training: We cover the cost of training modules and your ongoing ASE certifications.

• Lead Diagnostics: Utilize advanced scanning tools to identify mechanical and drivability issues on a broad variety of domestic and foreign makes.
• Engine & Heavy Repair: Execute engine swaps, timing chains, head gaskets, and full vehicle inspections.
• Drivetrain & R&I: Remove and install automatic, manual, and CVT transmissions smoothly and accurately.
• Maintain Flow: Help guide B and C level car mechanics when complex physical repairs require collaboration.
• Customer Trust: Work alongside our service writers to document precise diagnoses for accurate estimates.

• Experience: 5+ years of professional automotive repair experience (Independent shop or Dealership).
• Skill Profile: Strong diagnostic capability and heavy mechanical repair skills (Engine repair background highly preferred).
• Certifications: Active ASE Certifications are heavily favored (ASE Master Tech status earns top-tier pay).
• Tooling: Ownership of a professional-grade toolset to independently tackle high-level repairs.
• Driving: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Automotive repair: 5 years (Required)

• Portland, OR 97267 (Required)

• Professional development assistance

• auto repair: 5 years (Preferred)

• English (Preferred)

• Work Location: In person