Automotive Diagnostic Technician (A-Level) – $30-$60/Hr + Overtime

Job Title: Automotive Diagnostic Technician (A-Level) – $30-$60/Hr + Overtime

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00 – $60.00 per year (Hourly + Overtime Opportunities)

Schedule: Monday to Friday available for the right A-Level technician

If you're the technician other technicians call over when the vehicle doesn't make sense, we want to talk to you.

AutoShop Recruiting has partnered with Sherman Oaks Exclusive to hire an experienced A-Level Automotive Diagnostic Technician with exceptional diagnostic ability. This is not a position for someone who simply reads a trouble code and replaces the most likely part. We are looking for a technician who understands why a failure occurred, knows how to prove the root cause, and can independently develop a testing strategy before recommending a repair.

European experience is NOT required. Sherman Oaks Exclusive services a diverse mix of domestic, Asian, European, luxury, and performance vehicles. If you already have strong BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Land Rover, Jaguar, or other European experience, that's a plus—but advanced diagnostic fundamentals matter more than the badge on the hood.

Why Sherman Oaks Exclusive?

• Top-Tier Pay: $30–$60 per hour, based on experience and diagnostic capability.
• Extra Earning Potential: True overtime opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule available for the right A-Level technician.
• Time Off: Paid sick leave and PTO.
• Shop Perks: Company-provided uniforms, advanced diagnostic equipment, and technical resources.
• The Environment: A clean, 7-lift independent repair facility with a broad variety of vehicles and challenging diagnostic work. A small-team environment where your technical ability is noticed and rewarded.

What You'll Diagnose

You won't be expected to guess. You'll be expected to test, analyze, verify, and prove the failure. You should be comfortable independently handling difficult concerns such as:

• Electrical faults, parasitic draws, and intermittent electrical problems
• CAN/network and communication issues
• Check-engine-light concerns, drivability, and performance issues
• No-start, hard-start conditions, and misfires
• Fuel-delivery concerns, sensor, and actuator problems
• Complex faults involving multiple systems or problems misdiagnosed elsewhere

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Perform advanced electrical, mechanical, and drivability diagnostics.
• Interpret scan-tool data, freeze-frame information, and live data.
• Use wiring diagrams and technical information to develop voltage-drop, resistance, current, and circuit testing strategies.
• Determine root cause before recommending parts or repairs, and complete advanced mechanical repairs when required.
• Perform thorough digital vehicle inspections (DVIs) and clearly document diagnostic findings.
• Communicate findings effectively with the service team and verify repairs before returning vehicles to customers.

What We're Looking For (Requirements)

We're looking for a true A-Level technician, not someone who needs another technician to finish the diagnosis.

• Experience: Strong professional automotive repair experience with advanced electrical and drivability diagnostic ability.
• Skills: Ability to diagnose independently from start to finish using scan data, wiring diagrams, and professional diagnostic equipment.
• Tools: Professional automotive tools appropriate for an A-Level technician.
• Credentials: Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record. (ASE certifications are welcome, but diagnostic ability matters more than a certificate).
• Mindset: Strong communication skills, a willingness to learn new vehicle systems, and a desire to work effectively as part of a small team.

You're Probably a Fit If…

When another technician says, “I replaced the part and the problem is still there,” your first question is, “What testing did you do before replacing it?”

You don't stop at the trouble code, you don't shotgun parts, and you don't rely solely on pattern failures. You understand that a scan tool provides information—not the diagnosis.

About Sherman Oaks Exclusive

Sherman Oaks Exclusive is an established independent automotive repair facility serving the Sherman Oaks community and surrounding Los Angeles area. With seven lifts and a growing operation, the immediate priority is adding strong A-Level technicians who can take ownership of advanced diagnostic work and help strengthen the technical side of the shop.

Ready to Talk?

All conversations are confidential. AutoShop Recruiting is managing this search on behalf of Sherman Oaks Exclusive.

• Contact: Stacey Smith - Senior Recruiter
• Email: stacey@autoshoprecruiting.com
• Phone: (616) 831-0200

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