Experienced Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

About the role

BMW of Portland is part of Swickard’s growing Pacific Northwest portfolio — a performance luxury brand with a passionate guest base and a service department built on technical excellence. Our guests trust us with some of the most driver-focused vehicles on the road, and the technicians who earn that trust bring the skills, the standard, and the craft to back it up.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair BMW vehicles across a full range of systems — engine, transmission, brakes, electrical, suspension, HVAC, and beyond — using BMW diagnostic platforms and OEM procedures
• Perform multi-point inspections and develop accurate repair plans — communicating findings clearly to service advisors to support guest authorization
• Execute repairs to BMW factory specifications with speed, accuracy, and zero shortcuts
• Complete repair orders accurately — documenting all work performed, parts used, and labor with precision
• Stay current on BMW technical service bulletins, software updates, and evolving repair procedures
• Perform test drives to validate diagnostic conclusions and confirm repair quality before vehicle return
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation that reflects the standard of the BMW brand
• Contribute to a shop culture where quality, accountability, and craftsmanship are the baseline

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of dealership technician experience — BMW or European luxury brand experience strongly preferred
• Technicians from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volvo, Land Rover, Lexus, or similar luxury backgrounds are encouraged to apply — your diagnostic foundation transfers
• Strong diagnostic depth — comfortable working through complex, multi-system problems methodically and accurately
• BMW ISTA or equivalent European diagnostic platform experience preferred
• ASE certifications a strong plus — BMW factory certifications highly valued
• Low comeback rate and a personal standard for quality that doesn’t require managing
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role — lifting, bending, and standing throughout the shift
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• A craftsmanship mindset — you take pride in every repair that leaves your bay

Pay

$27 – $45/hr flat rate based on experience, certifications, and diagnostic capability. Progressive pay plan — BMW factory certifications and tenure increase your rate over time.

Benefits

• Paid BMW manufacturer training and certification support
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• State-of-the-art facility with current BMW diagnostic tools and technology
• Clear career path — strong technicians grow into senior tech, shop foreman, and service management roles at Swickard
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts

Why BMW of Portland

• BMW is one of the most technically sophisticated performance luxury brands in the world — the diagnostic and repair work here is genuinely challenging and rewarding for a technician who takes their craft seriously
• Portland is a growing, design-forward city with a passionate BMW guest base and consistent service volume — steady flat-rate hours and real earning potential
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country — ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• A well-equipped shop with the tools, training, and management support to keep a skilled technician productive and growing
• Our HEART values — Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank — shape how we treat our team just as much as our guests
• Leadership that invests in your certifications, your development, and your long-term career growth