Build Your Automotive Career with Gills Point S
Are you an experienced automotive technician looking for a shop where you can focus on quality repairs, work alongside a great team, and continue growing your skills? At Gills Point S Tire & Auto, we're committed to providing exceptional customer service while creating an environment where our employees feel valued, respected, and supported.
As a Level 1 Mechanic, you'll play a key role in keeping our customers safely on the road. You'll perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of vehicle systems while working in a professional, team-oriented environment with stable hours, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement.
What You'll Do
As a Level 1 Mechanic, you'll be responsible for diagnosing and repairing a variety of mechanical systems, including:
? Inspect, diagnose, repair, and replace brake components including pads, rotors, calipers, hydraulic systems, and brake lines.
? Perform brake system maintenance to ensure safe vehicle operation.
? Diagnose and repair steering and suspension components including shocks, struts, control arms, tie rods, steering racks, and power steering systems.
? Perform steering inspections and suspension repairs to improve ride quality and vehicle safety.
? Diagnose charging system concerns.
? Test and replace alternators, batteries, voltage regulators, and related electrical components.
? Perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
? Replace spark plugs, ignition components, air filters, fuel filters, and cooling system components.
? Perform routine maintenance services to improve vehicle performance and reliability.
? Perform vehicle inspections and accurately identify repair needs.
? Safely lift and support vehicles using shop equipment.
? Maintain repair documentation and service records.
? Properly use and maintain diagnostic equipment, hand tools, lifts, and specialty equipment.
? Follow all company safety procedures and shop standards.
? Communicate professionally with customers when needed and work collaboratively with Service Advisors and fellow technicians.
Requirements
? Must be at least 18 years of age.
? Automotive technical training preferred.
? 2–4 years of professional automotive repair experience.
? Experience diagnosing and repairing:
? Brake systems
? Steering and suspension
? Charging systems
? Basic engine performance concerns
? Tune-ups and preventative maintenance
? ASE Certifications A4 (Steering & Suspension) and A5 (Brakes) are preferred, or willingness to earn certifications with company support.
? Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
? Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
? Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
? Ability to lift, bend, stand, and work in a fast-paced shop environment.
? Commitment to continuous learning as automotive technology evolves.
Physical Requirements: This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 75 pounds, and safely operating shop equipment while working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be able to perform work both inside the shop and outdoors in varying weather conditions while following all company safety policies.
Why Join Gills Point S?
? Stable, year-round work
? Competitive pay
? Paid Time Off
? Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
? Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
? Life & Accidental Insurance
? 401(k) with Company Match
? Ongoing technical training and ASE certification support
? Career advancement opportunities
? Family-oriented culture with strong values and operational integrity
If you're passionate about automotive repair, take pride in doing quality work, and want to grow your career with a company that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Gills Point S Tire & Auto is your family-operated and locally-managed tire and auto service dealership. We started in 2000 with one location in Oregon and have grown into one of the largest independent tire dealers in the United States.
As much as we love tires and automotive service, we know that you probably do not. You want to get your vehicle serviced as quickly and as efficiently as possible. That’s why we are here: to offer convenient, quick, and stress-free tire and automotive solutions to YOU!
Schedule an appointment, walk in our store, or shop online with confidence knowing you are backed by our best-in-class warranties that are good at over 400 Point S Tire locations across the country. Point S Tire is a co-op of independently owned tire stores, so you can shop local with us, but get all the convenience and prices of the “big guys.”
We welcome you to our Gills Point S family and look forward to taking care of any tire or auto service needs you may have. No Stress With Gills Point S!
