Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic | Anchorage Area Regional Posting
Description
This is a general application for Service Technician openings across Swickard's Anchorage and Mat-Su Valley area dealerships. There is no specific position available at this time. Qualified candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise.
OUR ANCHORAGE & MAT-SU VALLEY BRANDS INCLUDE:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Porsche
- Audi
- Volkswagen
- Chevrolet
- Buick
- GMC
Who We Are
Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time. We operate multiple dealerships across the Anchorage and Mat-Su Valley area -- representing Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Audi, Volkswagen, Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC. When technician openings arise at any of our stores, we want qualified candidates ready to move. If you're an experienced flat-rate technician in or open to this market, we'd like to start the conversation now.
What You'll Do
- Dialose and repair vehicles across a range of systems -- engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, and beyond -- using OEM diagnostic platforms and manufacturer procedures
- Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans -- communicating findings to service advisors to support guest authorization
- Execute repairs to factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
- Complete repair orders accurately -- documenting all work performed and parts used with precision
- Stay current on technical service bulletins, software updates, and manufacturer repair procedures
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of flat-rate technician experience in a franchised dealership -- required
- Any brand background considered -- luxury, import, and domestic experience all valued across our portfolio
- Strong diagnostic ability and a low comeback rate
- ASE certifications a strong plus -- OEM factory certifications highly valued
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
What We Offer
- $30 - $55/hr flat rate -- specific to each store, brand, and experience level
- Paid OEM manufacturer training and certification support
- Progressive pay plans -- certifications and tenure increase your rate over time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Clear career path -- strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles
- Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
Why Swickard Auto Group -- Anchorage & Mat-Su Valley
- Alaska's vehicles work harder than almost anywhere in the country -- the diagnostic work here is real, varied, and meaningful for a technician who takes the craft seriously
- Anchorage and the Mat-Su Valley are close-knit communities where your professional reputation compounds quickly -- the technicians who do quality work are remembered
- Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
- Their HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests