Lead Master Technician

Role Overview

The Lead / Master Technician serves as the technical and cultural leader of the back shop, supporting production quality, mentoring technicians, and helping drive consistent, profitable performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and complex repairs
• Serve as the primary technical resource for the shop
• Serve as the primary technical resource for the shop
• Support quality control and repair accuracy
• Assist with difficult diagnostic cases
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level technicians
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented back shop culture
• Encourage consistency, learning, and accountability
• Help elevate overall shop throughput and capability
• Assist with determining appropriate labor times for complex jobs
• Provide technical insight to support accurate estimating before pricing is communicated
• Help ensure efficient workflow and minimize bottlenecks

Compensation Structure (Performance-Based)

• Techician Labor Pool: Weekly labor pool equal to 20% of customer-billed labor
• Lead / Master Technician Share: The Lead / Master Technician receives a primary share of the technician labor pool, reflective of leadership responsibility, experience, and impact
• Dynamic Scaling Provision: As additional junior or mid-level technicians are added, individual pool percentages may be adjusted to reflect: - Team size - Skill mix - Hours worked - Overall contribution
• Earnings Potential: Historical average earnings: ~$2,000+ per week

Schedule & Work Expectations

• Schedule is set by the shop operator to ensure coverage and workflow consistency
• This role operates on a full-time schedule consistent with leadership responsibilities
• Some flexibility may be available based on operational needs and performance
• Occasional early starts or extended days may be required depending on workload

Why This Role Is Different

• No hourly wage
• No overtime pay
• No flat-rate competition
• Leadership responsibility within the back shop
• Compensation tied to real results
• Alignment with team success rather than individual isolation
• Long-term growth potential as the shop grows

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 8+ years of professional automotive repair experience (preferred)
• Strong diagnostic capability across multiple systems
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support other technicians
• Comfortable with performance-based compensation
• Takes ownership of outcomes, not just tasks
• Values teamwork, structure, and accountability

About Precision Tune Auto Care – Opelika

We are a performance-driven shop focused on:

• Building strong teams
• Protecting margins
• Creating growth opportunities for people who want more responsibility

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume or work history
• Brief explanation of why this role aligns with your goals