Automotive Service Technician (Emissions and State Inspections)

Sheehy Auto Stores, a top‑ranked dealership group named a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace in Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Richmond, is seeking skilled Service Technicians to perform Virginia State Safety and Emissions inspections and to diagnose and repair client and dealership vehicles. The company values integrity, ethics, and a positive relationship with clients, and offers a supportive environment for both experienced technicians and newcomers to the industry.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose vehicles.
• Discuss repairs with the shop foreman or service advisor.
• Communicate additional service requests to a service advisor.
• Plan work procedures in cooperation with the shop foreman.
• Provide labor time estimates to a service advisor.
• Monitor repair time and update the service advisor regularly.
• Maintain strict adherence to dealership policies on vehicle care and operation.
• Complete story and documentation for client repairs.
• Assist in mentoring technician trainees.
• Attend company and factory training.
• Keep current with factory technical bulletins.
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., disposal of hazardous waste).
• Keep the vehicle being worked on clean and free of grease and oil.
• Apply proper use of PPE and adhere to safety standards in the shop environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One‑to‑three years of related experience and training.
• Authorization to work in the USA.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment background checks, motor vehicle record review, and drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Paid Maternity & Paternity leave after one year of employment.
• Paid training.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.

Pay

Compensation is based on experience and certifications, ranging from $50,000 up to $200,000.