Service Technician - Porsche of West Houston

About the role

Porsche West Houston, a Sonic Automotive dealership, is recognized with the 2023 Reputation 800 Award for outstanding customer reviews and backed by Porsche’s #1 ranking in the 2025 J.D. Power Customer Service Index Study. The team operates with a commitment to premium service, high standards, and craftsmanship aligned with the Porsche brand. 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a thorough inspection of vehicles to identify mechanical, electrical, or diagnostic issues.
• Carry out repairs based on diagnosed issues, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, electrical, and HVAC system work.
• Take vehicles on test drives to evaluate repairs, check for issues, or ensure proper function after repairs.
• 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 safety concerns or additional services needed, ensuring all systems are working correctly for customer 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 of 2+ years of high-line or German automotive repair experience in a dealership service environment (required).
• Proven ability to perform diagnostics and repairs independently with limited supervision.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and manufacturer diagnostic processes.
• Ability to meet productivity and efficiency standards in a flat-rate or production-based environment.
• Must provide own tools necessary to perform job duties.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Must be willing to undergo pre-employment compliance requirements, including background check, drug test, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Porsche or high-line repair experience.
• Porsche brand certifications.
• ASEs.

Pay

Compensation (Flat-Rate): $25.00 – $50.00 per hour. Compensation based on experience, certifications, and skill level. Tenure Bonus Program: Earn up to an additional $3.50 per flat-rate hour turned starting at 6 months. Bonus increases with tenure and paid annually.

Schedule

Full time. Sundays always off. Saturday availability required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• $0 medical premium for Sonic Technicians after 12 months; reduced rates for dependent coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off that increases with tenure.
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day.
• Employee pricing on vehicles, parts, service, and leases.
• Free and discounted gym membership options.
• Travel discounts on hotels, flights, and rentals.
• OEM certifications and paid manufacturer training.
• Career growth opportunities within a Fortune 500 company.