Automotive Service Technician - Audi Central Houston

About the role

At Audi Central Houston, we are the largest Audi dealership in the nation, standing at 7 stories tall. As a Sonic Automotive Magna Audi dealership located in downtown Houston, we boast a modern, busy facility that never has a slow time in our Service Department. Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

The Automotive Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform a thorough inspection of vehicles to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
• Carry out repairs based on the diagnosed issues, which may include engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, and HVAC system work.
• Take vehicles on test drives to evaluate repairs, check for issues, or ensure the vehicle is functioning properly after the repairs are completed.
• Replace or repair key components: spark plugs, filters, brake pads, rotors, belts, and hoses.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks: oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and alignment adjustments.
• Examine vehicles to check for any safety concerns or additional services that need to be addressed, ensuring that all systems are working correctly for the customer's safety.
• Work with and notify the service advisor if additional work is unnecessary or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised timeframe.
• Communicate effectively with the parts department to procure required parts.
• Save and tag parts for warranty purposes or customer requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician working on German automotive brands (BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, etc.)
• Must have previous dealership experience.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Audi brand certifications
• ASEs

Pay

Compensation (Hourly: Flat-Rate): $30.00 - $60.00 / hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and brand certifications.

Tenure Bonus: Begins at 6 months from hire date for bonus pay up to $3.50 / hour per flat rate hour.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Sundays always off
• Saturday availability required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• $0 monthly premium for technicians after 12 months**
• Reduced rates for dependent coverage**
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off that increases with tenure
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee pricing on vehicles, parts & service
• Free & discounted gym membership options
• Exclusive travel discounts on hotels, flights & rentals
• OEM certification & paid manufacturer training opportunities
• Career growth within a Fortune 500 company

*Tenure bonus eligibility begins after 6 months. **Coverage begins at hire; premium-free medical starts after 1 year of service.