Automotive Technician / Mechanic
About the job
- Have 5 or more years of experience as an automotive technician or mechanic.
- ASE certifications are preferred, or candidates should have a plan to achieve them.
- Be capable of diagnosing and repairing all makes and models of vehicles.
- Meet or exceed hourly goals.
- Be able to learn additional skills and processes.
- Be able to occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.
- Be able to work with tools on vehicles lifted above their head and in tight spaces as required for repairs.
- Have the dexterity to efficiently use hand tools.
- Be able to walk or stand for most of the workday.
- Be able to drive vehicles with manual transmissions.
- Be able to efficiently navigate a computer.
- Diagnose and repair vehicles for guests using technical knowledge and skills.
- Build experience as an automotive mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles.
- Complete full, accurate, and honest courtesy vehicle inspections.
- Work with the team to troubleshoot guest concerns quickly and effectively.
- Follow and promote standards for safety, cleanliness, and organization.
- Work closely with the service department and communicate concerns effectively.
- Collaborate with other technicians to solve problems, meet deadlines, and deliver results.
- Participate in up to 30 hours of paid continuous training per year.
About the company
Christian Brothers Automotive franchises full-service repair shops that serve drivers needing scheduled maintenance, vehicle diagnostics and complex repairs. Technicians work on most makes and models, assess vehicle needs, review recommendations and estimates with customers, and complete only approved work; qualifying repairs carry a three-year, 36,000-mile warranty. For first-time shop openings, independent franchise owners have the opportunity to repay their business loan before the franchisor receives profits; the corporate home office also supplies business resources. Christian Brothers Automotive began as an auto repair shop in 1982 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1982
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Students gain routes into repair careers: seven Douglas County CBA shops committed scholarships and paid internships in October 2026.
- Technicians get a training investment: CBA broke ground on a planned $12 million Katy center in May 2026.
- Weekends are predictable: CBA says established shops close on Saturdays and Sundays.
What critics are saying
- Franchisees set the terms: one CBA posting assigns hiring, pay, scheduling, discipline and supervision to the local shop owner.
- Weekdays run long: CBA's September 2026 Surprise advisor posting lists 7am-6pm and a brisk pace in a high-volume shop.
- Faith shapes the workplace: CBA explicitly grounds its mission in Christian principles.
What makes Christian Brothers Automotive unique
- Shop employees have an ownership path: CBA's Future Franchisee Leadership Academy prepares them for franchise ownership.
- Vehicle findings are visible: CBA uses digital inspections at every service.
- Technicians get specialist backup: CBA's Technician Support Specialists help shop teams resolve difficult repair problems.
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