Job Title: Automotive General Service Technician (State Inspector License Required)
Location: Richardson, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour (Based on experience / Hourly, not flat-rate)
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Future Saturday flexibility may be required as we grow)
Start Your Automotive Career with a Team That Invests in Your Future.
Northrich Automotive has served Richardson and the surrounding Dallas–Fort Worth community for nearly 30 years. We are looking for an energetic, dependable General Service Technician who holds a current state inspector license to join our family-owned, high-volume shop.
If you have a passion for cars, a strong work ethic, and a desire to learn from elite Master Technicians, this is the perfect place to build your career. We don’t just offer a jobwe provide a clear path to becoming a highly paid, specialized automotive technician.
What You Can Expect (Compensation & Career Growth)
- Competitive Hourly Pay: $18.00 – $22.00/hr (Stable, guaranteed hourly paynot flat-rate).
- Paid Training & ASE Support: We pay for your advanced training and your ASE certification tests to help you level up fast.
- Tool Assistance Programs: We help you build out your personal toolkit as you advance.
- Rapid Career Advancement: Learn advanced diagnostics and heavy mechanical repair directly from our A-Level and Master Techs.
Benefits and Employee Perks
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
- Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid major holidays.
- Family Support: Maternity and paternity leave.
- Shop Perks: Company-paid uniforms, employee pricing on parts, and the ability to work on your own vehicle.
- Team Culture: Friday team lunches and a fully stocked snack/drink bar.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
- Perform official Texas state vehicle safety and emissions inspections.
- Perform high-quality oil changes, fluid flushes, and preventative maintenance services.
- Conduct tire services, including mounting, balancing, rotations, and flat repairs.
- Replace basic wear-and-tear items such as batteries, bulbs, wiper blades, and filters.
- Complete thorough digital vehicle inspections (DVIs) using a shop tablet to check brakes, steering, suspension, and fluid conditions.
- Document inspection findings clearly with notes and photographs to assist the service advisors.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and highly organized shop floor.
What We're Looking For (Requirements)
- Credentials:Active Texas State Vehicle Inspector License is required. Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience in a professional shop environment or automotive trade school preferred.
- Skills: Comfortable performing basic maintenance, safety inspections, and utilizing tablets/digital inspection software.
- Tools: Basic set of hand tools appropriate for an entry-level position (wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers).
- Mindset: A highly dependable individual with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a coachable attitude.
Why Northrich Automotive?
We are a family-owned, full-service repair facility with a rock-solid reputation for treating our team like family. You will join a busy, supportive shop environment where your hard work is actually noticed. If you are ready to stop just changing oil and start building a real career as a professional technician, we want to hear from you.
Ready to Talk?
Apply today to take the next step in your automotive career. All conversations are strictly confidential.
AutoShop Recruiting has partnered with Northrich Automotive and will serve as your initial point of contact throughout the hiring process.
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